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Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) - *National Capital Region (NCR), Gatineau, Quebec

This appears to be an open PSPC procurement for the RCMP’s supply of medium-coarse, kiln-dried softwood shavings. Deliveries would be made on an “as and when requested” basis to the Ottawa Stable and Pakenham Breeding Farm in the National Capital Region/Gatineau area. The proposed contract would run from April 24, 2027, to April 23, 2028, with three optional one-year extensions. The opportunity is open only to Canadian suppliers and suppliers from applicable trading partners. Environmentally preferable packaging requirements are mandatory, including requirements related to reducing plastic packaging waste. The tender closes November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Late submissions will not be accepted. A business that can supply the specified softwood shavings, meet delivery requirements, comply with the packaging provisions, and satisfy the applicable supplier eligibility and bid requirements may find this opportunity potentially relevant. Review the complete official tender notice and all attached documents through the official source before deciding whether to bid. Confirm the exact product specifications, ordering and delivery terms, packaging standards, submission process, mandatory certifications, and any security or contractual requirements.

Department of Canadian Heritage (PCH) - *National Capital Region (NCR), Gatineau, Quebec

**Tender: Capital Experience Events Catering** The Department of Canadian Heritage is seeking to establish up to two standing offers for catering services supporting major events in the National Capital Region, including Ottawa–Gatineau-area locations. Services may be requested on an “as and when required” basis for artists, programming partners, volunteers, technical crews and staff. **Key details** - **Status:** Open - **Closing date:** November 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. - **Location:** National Capital Region, including Gatineau, Quebec - **Contract period:** From award through December 31, 2028, with a possible additional one-year extension - **Buyer:** Department of Canadian Heritage - **Award structure:** Up to two standing offers **Important experience requirement** The bidder must describe three separate catering projects completed within the five years before the closing date. Each event must have: - At least 200 guests present at the same time; and - At least two high-profile attendees, such as public figures or performing artists. Across the examples: - At least one event must have used buffet service; and - At least one event must have used boxed meals. Each example must identify the event’s nature and location, attendance size, the type of high-profile guests without naming them, food-service format and other relevant project information. **Other submission requirements** The bidder must provide: - Two sample menus covering continental breakfast buffet, dinner buffet, boxed lunch and boxed dinner requirements; - A detailed process for handling food allergies, intolerances and special meal instructions, including communication with the kitchen, preparation controls, labelling and delivery procedures. This opportunity appears most relevant to catering businesses with recent experience handling large, prominent events and both buffet and boxed-meal services. The standing offer does not necessarily guarantee work; individual services would be requested as needed. The notice is a reissue that cancels and replaces an earlier solicitation. Before deciding whether to submit, review the complete official RFSO, including the detailed meal requirements, evaluation criteria, pricing instructions, security or insurance provisions, delivery requirements and submission process. The provided documents are available here: - https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/109752/10251648-a_rfso.pdf - https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/109752/10251648---a_npp.pdf Verify the closing time, current documents and all requirements in the official tender notice before submitting a bid.

Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (GAC) - *World, Ottawa, Ontario

This appears to be an open Government of Canada opportunity from Global Affairs Canada (DFATD) for specialized environmental engineering and consulting services supporting Canadian programs and projects abroad. The work may include environmental advice, assessments, design, and oversight, with a focus on environmental, health, and safety compliance under applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices. The opportunity is listed as worldwide, with Ottawa, Ontario shown as the administrative location. It may be relevant to Canadian firms with experience in international environmental consulting, engineering, regulatory compliance, project design, and construction or project oversight. The tender record does not provide enough information to determine whether a particular business meets the mandatory requirements, security conditions, experience requirements, or other bid criteria.Closing date: November 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.The available tender document is: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/110551/26-297678-rfp.pdf Before deciding to bid, review the complete official request for proposals, including mandatory qualifications, applicable certifications or professional licensing, international delivery requirements, insurance, security and privacy provisions, submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and any amendments. Verify the closing time and all details in the official tender notice before submitting a bid.

Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) - *Canada, *Quebec (except NCR), Ottawa, Ontario

**Tender summary — Preventive maintenance of medical refrigerators and freezers** Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is seeking a contractor to perform preventive maintenance on medical refrigerators and freezers used to store medications at Health Services Centres in CSC institutions in the Quebec Region. **Potentially relevant businesses:** Companies that service commercial or medical refrigeration equipment and can provide qualified technicians, tools, parts, transportation, products, and related expertise. The work appears to require maintenance aligned with Accreditation Canada criteria and manufacturers’ recommendations. **Contract period:** April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2029, with two possible additional one-year renewal options. **Bid evaluation:** The stated strategy is the lowest-priced compliant bid. This means the lowest price may be selected among bids that meet all mandatory requirements; the full solicitation will define the compliance criteria. **Key procurement details:** -Buyer: Correctional Service of Canada -Region: Quebec Region, with the notice also referencing Ottawa, Ontario; confirm the exact service locations in the official documents. -Closing date: November 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. -Trade agreements: Includes the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and several international free trade agreements. -Eligibility statement: The solicitation is open to Canadian suppliers and suppliers from applicable trading partners, subject to the official requirements. - Indigenous business set-aside: None stated. -Security requirements: None stated in the notice. - Proposals may be submitted in English or French. **What to review before bidding:** Download and carefully read the complete statement of work, basis of payment, mandatory requirements, evaluation criteria, service locations, equipment details, response times, insurance or other contractual conditions, and submission instructions. The notice includes document links, including a solicitation document and an amendment; verify that you are using the latest version and reconcile any differences in file or reference numbers. The opportunity appears potentially relevant for a qualified refrigeration-maintenance provider, but this summary does not establish eligibility or compliance. Verify all details in the official Canada Buys tender notice and solicitation documents before preparing or submitting a bid. The contracting authority listed is Jason St-Onge at [email protected] or (506) 269-3765.

Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada - Ottawa, Ontario

Defence Construction Canada is seeking proposals for inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) services for AFFF foam fire-suppression systems in Ottawa, Ontario. The work appears to cover three initial service years, with possible option years 4 through 7. The notice lists prime-cost allowances of $60,000 for years 1–3 and $20,000 for each option year; these amounts may not represent the total contract value and should be confirmed in the RFP documents. The tender is open and closes November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The proposal must be submitted through the MERX Electronic Bidding System. Security requirements are identified in the RFP, and questions must be sent only to the designated contact in the official notice. The procurement references the CFTA, CETA and WTO-GPA. This opportunity may be relevant to businesses experienced with AFFF foam-suppression-system inspection, testing and maintenance, subject to the detailed technical, security, qualification and submission requirements. Review the complete RFP, statement of work and annexes on MERX before deciding whether to bid, and verify the closing time and all requirements in the official tender notice: https://www.merx.com/public/solicitations/4117320211/abstract?language=EN. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada.

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) - *British Columbia, Gatineau, Quebec

PSPC is seeking offers for five air handling units to be installed onboard the Canadian Coast Guard ship CCGS Gordon Reid. The solicitation is open and closes November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The notice lists British Columbia and Gatineau, Quebec, and includes provisions related to prioritizing Canadian suppliers and Canadian content in strategic federal procurement. This is Reissuance 1 and cancels and replaces solicitation Doc5735715396 dated July 22, 2026. It may be relevant to Canadian suppliers of marine, industrial, or commercial air-handling equipment, subject to the detailed requirements. Review the official tender notice for specifications, mandatory criteria, submission instructions, security or delivery requirements, and any amendments before deciding whether to bid. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada.

Parks Canada Agency (PC) - *Northwest Territories, *Canada, Winnipeg, Manitoba

## Tender summary Parks Canada Agency appears to be seeking a qualified contractor for a **design-build staff housing project** in Lutsël K’é, Northwest Territories, within Thaidene Nëné National Park Reserve. The work involves the architecture, engineering, and construction services needed to install a **modular duplex**. ### Key details - **Tender status:** Open - **Closing date:** November 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. [time zone should be confirmed in the official documents] - **Estimated contract value:** $1,000,001 to $2,500,000, before taxes - **Completion deadline:** March 31, 2029 - **Procurement type:** Design-build construction - **Buyer:** Parks Canada Agency - **Location:** Lutsël K’é, Northwest Territories. The listing also references Winnipeg, Manitoba, and shows an inconsistent province code, so the official tender documents should be checked for the authoritative project and submission details. ### Important bidding requirements - This is a **two-submission bid** process. The detailed requirements are in section SI02 of the Special Instructions to Bidders. - Bids must be submitted by **email or fax only**, as specified in the solicitation documents. - Acceptable email: **[email protected]** - Acceptable fax: **1-855-983-1808** - Parks Canada states that bids submitted through SAP Ariba, in person, or by courier will not be accepted. - Email attachments must be used; links to bid documents will not be accepted. - The stated maximum email size is **15 MB**. If necessary, bidders should send multiple clearly labelled emails. - Late submissions will not be considered. ### Indigenous participation The contractor must provide specific, agreed-upon benefits for Indigenous people and Indigenous businesses in the area of the contract. The solicitation includes socioeconomic bid criteria relating to Indigenous communities. These requirements should be reviewed carefully before deciding whether the opportunity potentially matches your business or proposed partners. ### Other considerations Work must comply with applicable laws, regulations, National Parks requirements, and the National Park Act. The opportunity may require significant design, construction, bonding, insurance, remote-site planning, and coordination capabilities, but the full requirements must be confirmed from the tender package. ### Documents provided The tender listing includes the design-build request for proposals, owner’s requirements, scope of work, site layout, integrity provisions, and at least one amendment. Bidders should obtain and rely on the documents posted through the official Government of Canada tendering service, including all amendments. Businesses considering this opportunity should review the complete official notice and tender documents, confirm the two-submission process, bonding and insurance requirements, Indigenous participation criteria, technical qualifications, site conditions, and exact closing time before submitting a bid. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada, and this summary does not establish that your company qualifies.

Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food (AAFC) - *Swift Current *Saskatchewan, *Canada, Ottawa, Ontario

AAFC is seeking one Inductively Coupled Plasma–Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES) for its Swift Current Research and Development Centre in Saskatchewan. The procurement is open until November 17, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., but the actual solicitation closing date may be stated in the documents provided to invited suppliers. This opportunity is restricted to suppliers already pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI for laboratory and scientific equipment, parts, accessories, services, and supplies. Suppliers that do not hold this arrangement cannot submit an eligible bid for this requirement. The contract is expected to be awarded using mandatory technical criteria and the lowest aggregate price. Businesses that are not currently pre-qualified may be able to apply for the supply arrangement separately through Canada Buys (SAP Ariba), using solicitation document E60PV-19EQUI/D; however, that process would not necessarily make them eligible for this specific tender before its closing date. The listed AAFC contract authority is Douglas Zhang at 343-596-9227 or [email protected]. Before deciding whether to pursue the opportunity, verify the official tender notice, the complete technical specifications, the solicitation closing date, and the current requirements of Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada.

Department of National Defence (DND) - *Québec, Courcelette, Quebec / Québec

The Department of National Defence appears to be seeking physical training and fitness equipment for the gymnasium at the 1st Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment in Courcelette, Quebec. The equipment is intended to support Canadian Armed Forces personnel in maintaining fitness and operational readiness. The tender is listed as open and is scheduled to close on November 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The applicable time zone, detailed equipment specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, evaluation method, and bidder eligibility conditions should be confirmed in the official solicitation documents. This opportunity may be relevant to Canadian businesses that supply physical fitness or gymnasium equipment, but the available information is not enough to determine whether a particular company can bid or meet all requirements. Review the full official notice and solicitationPDF before preparing or submitting a bid: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/111391/w0106-26e018a_solicitation_en.pdf. Verify the closing time and all mandatory instructions in the official tender notice.

Business Development Bank of Canada - Montréal, Quebec

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) appears to be seeking a modern Learning Experience and Cohort Management Platform to replace its existing learning management system for BDC Academy’s Advisory Services. The requirement potentially matches vendors that provide learning platforms, cohort management, online training, learner administration, and related implementation or support services. The tender is marked open and is located in Montréal, Quebec. The closing deadline is November 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The solicitation documents and bidding instructions are available through MERX, and fees may apply. The information provided does not include detailed technical requirements, evaluation criteria, contract terms, or supplier eligibility conditions. Interested businesses should review the complete official tender notice and all MERX documents before deciding whether to bid. Verify the closing time, submission method, mandatory requirements, amendments, and any applicable registration or fee requirements directly with MERX. This summary does not confirm that any particular business qualifies.

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) - *Canada, Gatineau, Quebec

This appears to be an open request for proposal from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of Library and Archives Canada, for the supply of archive folders and archive envelopes. The products would be delivered on an “as and when required” basis, likely under a contract with orders issued as needed. Key details: -Tender: 5Z011-260117 – RFP Archive Folders and Envelopes -Location listed: Gatineau, Quebec, with Canada indicated in the notice -Closing deadline: November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time - Late submissions will not be accepted and may be declared non-responsive. - The full RFP, specifications, submission instructions, and supporting documents are available only after logging into SAP Ariba. The notice specifically says to disregard other response deadlines shown in Ariba Discovery or on Canada Buys and to use the 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time deadline above. A business that supplies archival folders and envelopes may find this opportunity potentially relevant, but its ability to bid, product requirements, delivery terms, mandatory documents, and any supplier conditions must be confirmed in the complete RFP. Review the official SAP Ariba tender notice and all attachments before deciding whether to submit an offer.

Department of National Defence (DND) - *British Columbia *Nova Scotia, *World, Ottawa, Ontario

This appears to be an open Department of National Defence procurement for two reciprocating compressors used with Victoria-class systems.Both items have the same specifications: NSN 99-732-0976, part number A30050, NCAGE U0721, quantity one each, unit of issue “each.” One compressor is requested for delivery to CFB Esquimalt, British Columbia, and one to CFB Halifax, Nova Scotia. The closing date is listed as November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. However, the applicable time zone and any other submission requirements should be confirmed in the official tender documents. Suppliers proposing an equivalent or substitute product must identify its brand, model and/or part number, and NCAGE. Bids may be submitted in either official language, and the Crown states that it may negotiate with suppliers. This tender may be relevant to businesses that can supply the specified compressor or an acceptable equivalent and meet the delivery and procurement requirements. Review the official RFP and Annex A carefully for complete specifications, mandatory bid instructions, security or certification requirements, pricing forms, and submission procedures before deciding whether to bid.Documents provided are: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/110324/w8482-275139-b-rfp.pdf and https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/110324/w8482-275139-b-annex-a.xlsx. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada, and the official tender notice should be treated as controlling.