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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on March 18, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

RFI - Doc5557548809 - Bus Operator Seat Demonstration

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BC226596Canada

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TransLink, the South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority responsible for managing public transit across Metro Vancouver, is seeking information on bus operator seat options through a Request for Information (RFI). The goal is to assess available seating solutions that enhance ergonomics and operator health, ensure durability and cost-effective maintenance, meet safety and regulatory requirements, and align with fleet compatibility and installation needs. Vendors are also evaluated based on their experience and support capabilities. This approach is meant to help TransLink identify optimal seating solutions for its operating companies, including CMBC, BCRTC, WCE, and TSML. Interested suppliers are invited to participate by submitting their responses through the designated Ariba Discovery platform by the specified deadline. TransLink emphasizes that all inquiries related to this RFI must be submitted via the event's message board feature to maintain a fair and transparent procurement process, with no direct contact to TransLink personnel permitted. Budgetary details are not disclosed, and the solicitation aims to gather comprehensive insights to inform future bus operator seat acquisitions. The contract opening date was March 18, 2026, with a response deadline set for April 23, 2026.

General Info

TransLink seeks ergonomic, durable bus operator seats meeting safety, maintenance, and compatibility requirements.

Agency

Government of Canada → TransLink(South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority)

NAICS

336360 - Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

CAN

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → TransLink(South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeN/A
Organization / Agency
Government of Canada → TransLink(South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority)
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Patrick LContracting Authority

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South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority (“TransLink”) is responsible for planning, financing and operating the public transportation system throughout Metro Vancouver. TransLink’s operating companies include Coast Mountain Bus Company Ltd. (CMBC), British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) and West Coast Express Ltd. (WCE) and TransLink Security Management Ltd. (TSML). Additional information is available at www.translink.ca Project Summary: TransLink is issuing this RFI to evaluate available Bus operator seat options and facilitate demonstrations of various seat models, with a focus on achieving a number of important project objectives. These Project objectives identify operator seating solutions promote the following benefits: Ergonomics & Operator Health Durability; Maintenance & Lifecycle Cost; Safety & Regulatory Compliance; Fleet Compatibility & Installation; and Vendor Experience & Support.Please note: TransLink does not disclose its budgetary information. Action Required: If you are interested in participating in this posting, please click the following Ariba Discovery link and submit your response no later than the response deadline above. Preview Link:https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110007851?anId=ANONYMOUS&…; Questions? If you have any question(s) for this Event - the Message board function in the event is the ONLY WAY to send your specific questions to TransLink and have your questions reviewed by the procurement person in charge of this event. Suppliers are respectfully asked not to call or contact any personnel at TransLink regarding this ongoing competition process. Thank you, TransLink Strategic Sourcing Department