Refurbishment of the CTA Curtain Wall

National Research Council of Canada (NRC)

Published: Jul 13, 2026

Updated: Jul 14, 2026

Source: CanadaBuys - Government of Canada

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works, education and training and information and communication technology sectors, with a focus on Rehabilitation and Higher Education. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 13, 2026.

Published through CanadaBuys - Government of Canada, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the construction and civil works sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

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. UNSPSC: *Building and facility maintenance and repair services (*72100000). Method: Competitive - Open bidding. Selection: Lowest Price. Trade Agreements: *Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from CanadaBuys - Government of Canada and was originally published on July 13, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About National Research Council of Canada (NRC)

National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has issued 144 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 21 currently open and 5 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Construction & Civil Works, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: July 13, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Construction & Civil Works sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit CanadaBuys - Government of Canada to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 13, 2026. You have 30 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by National Research Council of Canada (NRC) in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.