RFI - Program Containers (PC) for CCGS NAALAK NAPPAALUK

Trade Agreement: NONE Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid Competitive Procurement Strategy: N/A - P&A/LOI Only Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Nature of Requirements: 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.