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Knives Standing Offer
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking to establish a Standing Offer for the procurement of various types of knives and machetes, primarily for military use. The core need is to ensure a reliable supply of these items, with delivery required within 90 days of call-ups. The Standing Offer will be valid for two firm years, with the possibility of extending for three additional option years. The items include hunting knives, machetes, and pocket knives, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 100 to 5,000 units depending on the specific item.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION
The issuing organization is the Department of National Defence (DND), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFP is Luca Falsetto, who can be reached via email at [email protected].
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:
- Provide the Part Number and NCAGE code for offered products.
- Deliver goods to specified locations: 25 CFSD Montreal and 7 CFSD Edmonton.
- Proposals must include pricing that covers all applicable Canadian customs duties, GST/HST, and delivery charges.
- Offerors proposing equivalent or substitute products must specify brand names and models.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Bidders should have the capability to supply the following items:
- Hunting knives (boat knives) - Part No.: R3SA or equivalent
- Hunting knives (SOG) - Part No.: E37TN-CP or equivalent
- Machetes - Part No.: A-A-2981 or equivalent
- Pocket knives - Part No.: 47550 or equivalent
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Key deliverables include:
- Timely delivery of goods within 90 days of call-up.
- Compliance with specifications for each knife type as outlined in the RFP.
- Regular reporting on inventory and order fulfillment as required by DND.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price. While technical specifications must be met, the primary focus will be on cost-effectiveness.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:
- Experience in supplying military-grade equipment.
- Established relationships with DND or similar governmental organizations.
- Certifications related to quality management systems (e.g., ISO).
This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity.
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The Department of National Defence has a requirement to establish a Standing Offer for the item detailed below for two (2) firm years, with three (3) option years. The requirement for the Standing Offer is to procure "Knives", as required through Call-ups. The delivery of goods is requested by or before 90 days after call-ups received. The Department of National Defence has a requirement for the items detailed below for delivery as requested at 25 CFSD Montreal and 7 CFSD Edmonton depots by or before 90 days after the call-up has been received. Item 1, GSIN: 7340, NSN: 7340-21-844-5956 or equivalent, Knife, hunting (boat knife) Part No.: R3SA or equivalent, NCAGE: 38104 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 1000 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 25 CFSD Montreal, 6363 Rue Notre Dame St E. Montreal, QC H1N 2E9. Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 2, GSIN: 7340, NSN: 7340-21-844-5956 or equivalent, Knife, hunting (boat knife) Part No.: R3SA or equivalent, NCAGE: 38104 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 500 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 7 CFSD Edmonton, 195 Ave & 82nd St., Bldg. 236 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4J5 Canada Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 3, GSIN: 7340, NSN: 7340-01-527-7123 or equivalent, Knife, Hunting (SOG) Part No.: E37TN-CP or equivalent, NCAGE: 01TU6 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 100 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 25 CFSD Montreal, 6363 Rue Notre Dame St E. Montreal, QC H1N 2E9. Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 4, GSIN: 7340, NSN: 7340-01-527-7123 or equivalent, Knife, Hunting (SOG) Part No.: E37TN-CP or equivalent, NCAGE: 01TU6 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 100 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 7 CFSD Edmonton, 195 Ave & 82nd St., Bldg. 236 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4J5 Canada Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 5, GSIN: 5110, NSN: 5110-00-813-1286 or equivalent, Machete Part No.: A-A-2981 or equivalent, NCAGE: 58536 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 100 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 25 CFSD Montreal, 6363 Rue Notre Dame St E. Montreal, QC H1N 2E9. Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 6, GSIN: 5110, NSN: 5110-00-813-1286 or equivalent, Machete Part No.: A-A-2981 or equivalent, NCAGE: 58536 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 100 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 7 CFSD Edmonton, 195 Ave & 82nd St., Bldg. 236 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4J5 Canada Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 7, GSIN: 5110, NSN: 5110-01-434-3458 or equivalent, Knife, Pocket Part No.: 47550 or equivalent, NCAGE: 0RAU7 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 5000 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 25 CFSD Montreal, 6363 Rue Notre Dame St E. Montreal, QC H1N 2E9. Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Item 8, GSIN: 5110, NSN: 5110-01-434-3458 or equivalent, Knife, Pocket Part No.: 47550 or equivalent, NCAGE: 0RAU7 Quantity: As and when requested estimated up to 2500 per year, Unit of Issue: EA, to be delivered to Department of National Defence 7 CFSD Edmonton, 195 Ave & 82nd St., Bldg. 236 Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4J5 Canada Offerors must provide the Part Number and manufacture (NCAGE). Offerors proposing an Equivalent or a Substitute Product must indicate the brand name and model and/or Part Number and the NCAGE they are offering. The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement Category
Goods
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Regions of Opportunity
World
Regions of Delivery
Edmonton *Montréal
Reference Number
cb-677-96840300
Amendment Number
000
Contracting Entity
Department of National Defence (DND)
Contact Name
Luca Falsetto
Contact Email
Contact Phone
+13435720403
Contact Country
Canada
Organization City
Ottawa
Organization Province / State
Ontario
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
May 30, 2026
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