Replacement fuel cell, part number 212-360-601-102, for a Bell 205 helicopter

The contract solicitation number 25-58315 issued by the National Research Council Canada (NRC) seeks to procure a replacement fuel cell, part number 212-360-601-102, specifically designed for the NRC's Bell 205 helicopter. This is a fixed-price contract governed by the laws of Ontario and requires compliance with all applicable laws and the Code of Conduct for Procurement. The contractor will be responsible for delivering the item to Ottawa, Ontario, under Delivery at Place (DAP) Incoterms® 2020, with all deliverables to be received by June 30, 2026, and the contract performance period extending until December 18, 2026. The contracting authority is Marie Josée Lachance, who can be contacted for further information via the provided email and phone number. The offer submission deadline is May 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and proposals must include technical, financial, and certification documents submitted separately. The contract outlines strict packaging and shipping requirements emphasizing environmentally preferable packaging, the need for detailed shipping documentation, including packing slips and bills of lading, and mandates that delivery trucks be equipped with unloading devices suitable for sites lacking unloading facilities. Invoicing must be electronic, sent to a designated NRC email, and supported by release documents. Payment will be made within 30 days of undisputed invoice receipt, with invoicing only permitted once all work identified in the invoice is complete. The award criteria are based on the lowest evaluated price, provided the offer meets mandatory technical evaluation criteria and other solicitation requirements. Contractors must also comply with security requirements outlined in the Annex Security Requirements Checklist, maintain Canadian content compliance per federal procurement policies, and adhere to insurance responsibilities at their own expense. The contract incorporates provisions for dispute resolution through open communication and neutral third parties if needed. Finally, submitted offers must remain valid for at least 60 calendar days after the closing date, and late submissions will be rejected.