26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater (HITT) Components, Question and Answer 5, Amendment #4
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The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) appears to be seeking a contractor to fabricate and deliver major components for its Heavy Impact Test Theater (HITT), used for full-scale ice-impact testing. The work potentially matches Canadian businesses with capabilities in precision steel fabrication, welding, machining, structural assembly, polyethylene and aluminum fabrication, mechanical systems integration, and delivery of large engineered components.The required assemblies include: a modular welded-steel hammer; a machined polyethylene and aluminum anvil; a steel free-sway guidance system; and a surge-restraint system with shock-absorber integration. Work must follow NRC engineering drawings, specifications, dimensional tolerances, load requirements, and other technical conditions. Assembly may also be required where specified. The tender is listed as open and closes September 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The listed locations are Ottawa, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador/Canada; the exact fabrication, delivery, inspection, and site requirements should be confirmed in the solicitation documents. Several amendments and question-and-answer notices have been issued, including Amendment #4 and Q&A #5, and may change the original requirements or submission instructions. Before deciding whether to bid, review the complete RFP, all amendments and Q&A documents, engineering drawings, mandatory technical criteria, delivery schedule, security or insurance requirements, evaluation method, and pricing forms. The official tender notice and documents should be verified directly on Canada Buys before submitting a bid; this summary does not confirm that a business qualifies.
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- The bidder must fabricate, assemble where applicable, and deliver mechanical components for the NRC Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre’s Heavy Impact Test Theater (HITT).
- The required deliverables include a Hammer Assembly, Anvil Assembly, Free Sway System, and Surge Restraint System.
- The Hammer Assembly must include a modular welded steel frame composed of sixteen (16) steel cube modules, stiffened steel plates, and internal load-transfer frame components.
- Hammer Assembly welds and structural elements must comply with the dimensional tolerances and load requirements in the NRC engineering drawings.
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Question and Answer #5 and Amendment #4 to 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components Please see tender documents for the Question & Answer #5 (Q&A 5) and Amendment #4. ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Question and Answer #4, to 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components Please see tender documents for the Question & Answer #4 (Q&A 4). ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Question and Answer #3, Amendment #3 to 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components This amendment is issued to modify the solicitation in response to Question & Answer #3 (Q&A 3). Please see tender documents for the Amendment #3 to RFP 26-58008. ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Question and Answer #2, Amendment #2 to 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components This amendment is issued to modify the solicitation in response to Question & Answer #2 (Q&A 2). Please see tender documents for the Amendment #2 to RFP 26-58008. ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Question and Answer #1, Amendment #1 to 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components This amendment is issued to modify the solicitation in response to Question & Answer #1 (Q&A 1). Please see tender documents for the Amendment #1 to RFP 26-58008. ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26-58008 Fabrication of Heavy Impact Test Theater Components The National Research Council of Canada’s Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre (NRC-OCRE) has a requirement for the fabrication and delivery of mechanical components for the NRC-OCRE’s Heavy Impact Test Theater (HITT). The requirement includes the manufacturing of a modular Hammer assembly, Anvil assembly, Free Sway System, and Surge Restraint System in accordance with NRC engineering drawings and specifications. BACKGROUND NRC-OCRE is developing the HITT to support full scale ice impact testing. The facility requires precision fabricated structural components including a modular hammer system, a polyethylene anvil assembly, and steel guidance and restraint systems. These components must be manufactured to meet specified design loads while maintaining modularity, durability, and repeatable performance during impact testing. This requirement will provide the fabrication and delivery of the primary structural assemblies required for the HITT facility. REQUIREMENTS The Contractor must fabricate, assemble where applicable,and deliver the following components: 1. Hammer Assembly The Hammer Assembly must consist of a modular welded steel structure designed for impact loading. The assembly includes: • A modular frame composed of sixteen (16) steel cube modules • Stiffened steel plates • Internal load transfer frame components All welds and structural elements must meet the dimensional tolerances and load requirements specified in the NRC drawings. 2. Anvil Assembly The Anvil Assembly consists of a modular polyethylene and aluminum structure designed to interface with the hammer during testing. The assembly includes: • Machined low density polyethylene (LDPE) sheets • Aluminum structural elements • Alignment rods and mounting hardware • Load cell mounting provisions Machining tolerances and surface finishes must comply with the specifications defined in the NRC drawings. 3. Free Sway System The Free Sway System provides guidance and controlled movement of the hammer assembly. The system includes: • Structural steel frame components • Guide rails and carriage assemblies • Mounting interfaces compatible with the hammer system The system must ensure stable alignment and controlled motion during operation. 4. Surge Restraint System The Surge Restraint System is designed to control impact energy and limit structural movement. The system includes: • Structural frame components • Shock absorber integration • Mounting hardware and structural supports The system must be fabricated in accordance with the NRC drawings and designed to withstand repeated dynamic loading. Please refer to tender documents for details. Closing date August 17, 2026 at 2PM EDT
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