Question 1

What is "E60HN-16ELEC - Cable M17/60RG142"?

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**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement:** The opportunity is for the supply of Coaxial Cable M17/60RG142, specifically RG-142 with specifications outlined in the bid solicitation.
- **Project Scope & Objectives:** The Department of National Defence (DND) requires 15,000 meters of this specific cable for their electronic equipment, to be delivered in complete spools, ensuring consistency in cable lots.
- **Contract Type & Estimated Value:** The contract will be awarded based on the lowest priced responsive bid; specific monetary values are not detailed in the documentation.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Department of National Defence (DND)
- **Contact Details:** 
  - **Cabling Technologist:** Jason Guay (jason.guay@forces.gc.ca)
  - **Procurement Agent, Team Lead Goods:** Marie Pier Aspell (mariepier.aspell@forces.gc.ca)
- **Important Dates:** 
  - **Posted:** December 19, 2025
  - **Due:** January 6, 2026
  - **Delivery Deadline:** No later than March 2026

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required Certifications/Registrations:** Compliance with Supply Arrangement E60HN-16ELEC and all associated terms and conditions.
- **Mandatory Qualifications:** Bidders must propose products that meet or exceed the specified technical requirements, including cable characteristics and certifications for equivalent products.
- **Geographic Restrictions:** Delivery to specified address in Montreal, Quebec.
  
**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key Technical Capabilities Needed:** 
  - Ability to supply Coaxial Cable RG-142 as specified with the following characteristics:
    - Solid silver-coated copper conductor
    - Polyetrafluoroethylene dielectric
    - 50 Ohms impedance
    - 18AWG with a fluorinated ethylene propylene jacket
- **Specific Deliverables:** Complete spools must be provided; cables from one spool must be from the same cable lot, and no partial lengths are accepted.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Technical compliance with the mandatory specifications is required, including the provision of equivalent products.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-Have Certifications/Experience:** Additional technical certifications related to electrical and electronic products could be advantageous but are not mandatory.
- **Preferred Qualifications:** Experience in supplying military or defense-related electronic components would be beneficial.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Proposal Evaluation:** Proposals will be evaluated based on technical compliance and the price quoted, with an expectation of firm pricing in Canadian dollars, including freight charges.
- **Basis of Selection:** The lowest priced responsive bid overall will be recommended for contract award. Compliance with all requirements and ability to meet delivery timelines are crucial for evaluation.

By ensuring adherence to these outlined criteria, vendors can accurately assess their fit for this opportunity and enhance their chances of securing the contract.

Question 2

When did this opportunity close?

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This opportunity closed on January 6, 2026. The page is kept for historical reference and research purposes.

Question 3

Why is this closed opportunity still available to view?

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This historical contract listing is preserved for research purposes. Contractors can use past solicitation data to understand requirements, pricing trends, and prepare for similar future opportunities from Department of National Defence (DND).

Question 4

Are there similar active opportunities available?

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Question 5

Will this contract be re-solicited in the future?

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