CNC Tool Room Lathe

The National Research Council Canada is soliciting offers for the procurement of a new CNC tool room lathe with full manual machining capabilities to support precision machining and operational flexibility. This solicitation, numbered 26-58071-B, is a reissue that supersedes a previous request and is open to Canadian suppliers and those from applicable trading partners. The contract requires the delivery of a machine that meets ten mandatory technical criteria, including a maximum envelope of 125 by 80 by 70 inches, a 10 HP headstock, and a mandatory Siemens CNC controller with dual handwheels. Additional requirements include C3 grade accuracy ball screws, Meehanite sp-100 castings, and absolute encoders. The successful contractor must also provide on-site installation, commissioning, and training for up to five employees. The basis for selection is the lowest evaluated price among bidders who meet all mandatory technical specifications. All deliverables must be received by March 31, 2027, at the NRC facility in Ottawa, Ontario. The contract includes specific requirements for environmentally preferable packaging and mandates that the equipment comply with Canadian electrical and safety standards such as CSA or cUL. Support services are also specified, requiring on-site intervention within five business days if remote assistance fails. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit by September 28, 2026, and must include a financial offer, an offer submission form, and an offeror declaration form.