Acquisition of a Refurbished Auxiliary Power Unit System

This tender is for the acquisition of a refurbished auxiliary power unit (APU) system. The procurement falls under Category G31 - Transport Equipment and Spare Parts, specifically relating to vehicles, components, and accessories. The procurement method is a direct award contract, with the rationale for this approach being detailed in the 'Description' section under 'Other Provision'. The contracting authority is the Société de transport de Sherbrooke (Sherbrooke Transportation Society). This acquisition is likely intended to replace or supplement existing APU systems for the Société de transport de Sherbrooke's fleet of vehicles, such as buses or other public transport equipment. Auxiliary power units are crucial for providing essential power for various onboard systems when the main engine is not running, including climate control, lighting, and auxiliary equipment. Opting for a refurbished unit suggests a cost-effective strategy to meet operational needs while potentially reducing capital expenditure. The direct award mechanism, as indicated, may be due to specific technical requirements, availability of a suitable refurbished unit, or other factors justifying a non-competitive procurement process. The focus on transport equipment highlights the operational demands of a public transit authority.

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies sector, with a focus on General Supplies. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.