Secure Hardware Supply (New, Off-the-Shelf)

The contract is for the supply of new, unused, off-the-shelf hardware components that must be non-counterfeit and fully compliant with government security and integrity standards. All items must meet stringent authenticity and quality requirements to ensure they do not introduce vulnerabilities into government systems. The procurement is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 334111, indicating it relates to computer and peripheral equipment manufacturing, and is being managed by the National Research Council of Canada on behalf of the Government of Canada. Performance of the contract is required in Mississauga, with all deliveries expected to satisfy location-specific logistical and security protocols. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, and responses are due by August 31, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. There is no set-aside designation, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible contractors without preference based on business size or type. Interested parties must ensure full adherence to security compliance protocols and provide documentation proving the origin, authenticity, and integrity of all hardware components. The tender opportunity is publicly accessible via the CanadaBuys portal, and bidders are responsible for verifying all technical and regulatory requirements before submission.