Refurbishment of the CTA Curtain Wall

Description: The National Research Council Canada (NRC) requires a supplier to dismantle and store the sunshade system on the East side of the Aluminum Technology Center (ATC) to replace the insulated glass and spandrel panels, as well as replace the insulated glass and spandrel panels on the North façade. This is to ensure watertightness and improve the thermal insulation of the curtain wall at 501 University boulevard East, Saguenay, Quebec G7H 8C3.

Mandatory site visit: Interested bidders must attend one of the mandatory site visits held on July 17th 2026 at 9:00am (EDT) and August 04th 2026 at 10:00 AM (EDT) at 501 University boulevard East, Saguenay, Quebec G7H 8C3.

All persons attending the site visit must bring valid identification (ID) and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety footwear, high-visibility vests and hard hats. Individuals without the required PPE may be denied access to the site.

Tenders must be submitted to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit at: NRC.BidReceiving-ReceptiondesSoumissions.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Refer to the attached tender documents to obtain further information. Canada retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

The NRC has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in NRC contracting activities as outlined in this solicitation.

Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities . Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, bid solicitation or related documentation would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will post all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, using GETS. It is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to regularly consult GETS for the most up-to-date information. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party.

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