Trailers for Hurricane Zodiac 472

The Department of National Defence is soliciting proposals under solicitation number W8476-277206/A for the design, development, and fabrication of seven Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) trailers specifically for Zodiac Hurricane 472 boats, including integrated logistics support deliverables. The trailers must be capable of towing on highways and secondary roads at speeds of at least 110 km/h and must comply with SAE Recommended Practice J697 for safety chains and the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Delivery is required within 120 days of contract award to four locations: CFB Gagetown (2 units), CFB Montreal (1 unit), CFB St John's (1 unit), and BFC USS Valcartier (3 units). All goods must be delivered Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) per Incoterms 2020, with prices including all applicable Canadian customs duties and taxes. The contract will be awarded to the compliant offer with the lowest aggregate evaluated price. Offerors must submit their proposals via email to the designated receiving address by the extended closing date of September 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. Submissions must include a technical proposal substantiating compliance with the technical evaluation criteria matrix, a bid submission form, and a signed offeror declaration form. Additionally, contractors must possess a Procurement Business Number, adhere to forced labour prohibitions, and provide bilingual Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous materials used. The contract term extends from the date of award through the end of the warranty period.