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RFI - Program Containers (PC) for CCGS NAALAK NAPPAALUK
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Public Works and Government Services Canada, on behalf of the Canadian Coast Guard, has issued Request for Information F7013-249999/A to seek industry expertise and costing for Program Containers to be used on the CCGS Naalak Naappaaluk. This offshore oceanographic science vessel operates year-round across Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and British Columbia, performing critical missions in ocean science, habitat management, and hydrography, as well as search and rescue and law enforcement. The procurement focuses on radiation, multi-purpose, and refrigerated containers that must adhere to ISO standards, maintain a weight limit of 7,000 kg, and function within an environmental temperature range of -30 to +35 degrees Celsius using marine-grade materials. This consultative process is designed to assess the technical feasibility of requirements, identify proven container designs, and gather budgetary information to shape the final procurement strategy. Recent amendments to the solicitation have provided critical clarifications regarding HVAC calculations, air extraction, shelving load ratings, and fumigation chamber requirements. All interested suppliers are eligible to submit bids in either official language of Canada, with the most recent updates extending the response timeline to late September 2025.
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*Nova Scotia *Newfoundland and Labrador *British Columbia, CANSet-Aside
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The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV), CCGS Naalak Nappaaluk will be operated year round. It is an offshore vessel that performs ocean science, habitat management, environmental science, and hydrographic missions. As secondary missions, it performs Search and Rescue (SAR), law enforcement, and Aids to Navigation (AToN) operations. This vessel helps to collect the information needed for the sustainable management of Canada’s oceans and aquatic resources. See Annex B for operational areas of the OOSV.
The CCG is beginning the procurement process for Program Containers (PC) and is therefore seeking information on existing containers and proven designs. Understanding market availability of applicable and suitable technical solutions will be key to help shape the procurement strategy.
This RFI is a consultative initiative, led by PSPC, on behalf of the CCG, hereafter referred to as Canada. The purpose of this RFI is to achieve the following:
1. Apprise potential bidders of the requirements of this project; 2. Collect information regarding the technical feasibility of the requirements; 3. Seek industry feedback to streamline the technical and solicitation requirements; and 4. Seek costing information from industry for budgetary purposes.
Delivery Date: Above-mentioned
The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.
Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
Delivery Date: Above-mentioned
The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.
Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
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