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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on January 27, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

LIFE PRESERVER,VEST

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W8485-269312/AInternational

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The Department of National Defence is seeking bids for the supply of 100 life preserver vests, identified under GSIN 6530 and NSN 20-005-1482, with the specific part number ID-57-440 and NCAGE code 09511. These items are to be delivered to the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre (CAAWC) in Trenton by March 31, 2026. Bidders are encouraged to submit their proposals electronically via epost Connect, and those offering equivalent or substitute products must clearly state the brand name, model or part number, and NCAGE of the proposed items. The Crown reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers during the procurement process, and submissions can be made in either of Canada’s official languages. The solicitation, titled "LIFE PRESERVER,VEST" with the number W8485-269312/A, was posted on January 27, 2026, with a response deadline of February 27, 2026. This federal procurement opportunity managed by the Department of National Defence is open for suppliers across Canada, and the primary contact for this contract is Kyle Sorrie. The procurement emphasizes electronic submission and maintains flexibility for negotiation, ensuring that suppliers can propose competitive solutions within the timeframe and delivery requirements stipulated.

General Info

Procurement for 100 life preserver vests, delivery by March 31, 2026, electronic bids required.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National DefenceView Agency

NAICS

339920 - Sporting and Athletic Goods ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

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Solicitation W8485-269312/A Life Preserver Vest

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Solicitation W8485-269312/A Life Preserver Vest RFP

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence
Contacts1 person available
OfficeN/A
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Government of Canada → Department of National Defence
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Office AddressN/A
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Kyle SorrieContracting Authority

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT Note: Bidders are strongly encouraged to transmit their bids electronically using the epost Connect service instead of any of the other methods of bid delivery usually available. The Department of National Defence has a requirement for the items detailed below. The delivery is requested to CAAWC Trenton by 31 March 2026. Item 1, GSIN: 6530, NSN: 20-005-1482, Part No.: ID-57-440, NCAGE: 09511 Quantity: 100, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to CAAWC Trenton Bidders proposing an Equivalent or a Substitute Product must indicate the brand name and model and/or Part Number and the NCAGE they are offering. The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

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