Vendor Managed Inventory & Supply of General Goods

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

VIA Rail Canada Inc. is seeking a qualified supplier to design, implement, and manage a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) program across its Canadian operations, specifically in Montréal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. The primary objective of this program is to ensure the continuous availability of critical materials and parts, reduce stockouts and emergency purchases, streamline replenishment processes, and improve the overall total cost of ownership (TCO). The contract scope includes managing inventory items at designated VIA Rail locations, supplying stockable items to stores, and delivering non-stockable items to various VIA Rail stations and administrative locations across Canada.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

Organization: VIA Rail Canada Inc.
Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Contact: Diana Rojas Barrientos
Email: [email protected]

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Bidders must demonstrate the ability to manage inventory ownership, monitoring, replenishment, and reporting in accordance with service levels.
• Experience in implementing and managing VMI programs is essential.
• Bidders must have the capacity to supply both stockable and non-stockable items across multiple locations in Canada.
• Compliance with trade agreements, including CFTA, CCFTA, CPTPP, WTO GPA, and CETA, is required.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in inventory management systems and methodologies, particularly those related to Vendor Managed Inventory. Familiarity with logistics and supply chain management, as well as reporting and monitoring tools, is crucial.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Effective management of inventory items at designated locations.
• Timely delivery of stockable items to VIA Rail stores.
• Efficient supply of non-stockable items to various VIA Rail locations.
• Regular reporting on inventory levels and performance metrics as per agreed service levels.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with prior experience in managing VMI programs for large organizations or within the transportation sector may have a competitive advantage. Additional certifications in inventory management or logistics may also be viewed favorably.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview for potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity presented by VIA Rail Canada Inc.