Meal Service Equipment and Utensils Supply

The contract involves the supply of disposable or reusable meal service items such as plates, cutlery, napkins, trays, and thermal containers to support military meal operations under the Department of National Defence, Government of Canada. These items are essential for logistical and operational feeding requirements in field and garrison environments, with an emphasis on durability, safety, and compliance with military standards. The procurement is structured as a subcontract and is aligned with the NAICS code 326291, indicating the production of other plastic products, suggesting the items will be manufactured or sourced from facilities specializing in plastic-based or composite meal service goods. The tender opportunity is posted with a response deadline of June 4, 2026, and the place of performance is designated as Sherbrooke, Quebec, indicating that delivery and fulfillment obligations must be coordinated to meet the operational tempo and geographic needs of Canadian Armed Forces units in the region. While the contract does not specify a set-aside for small businesses or other categories, it requires suppliers to meet quality, quantity, and timing demands critical to sustaining military readiness. All submissions must be made through the CanadaBuys platform, and successful vendors will need to ensure their products are suitable for military use, including thermal resistance, hygiene compliance, and compatibility with existing distribution and disposal systems.