Question 1

What is "Certification and testing services for laboratory fume hood trace gas systems"?

Accepted Answer

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**  
  The National Research Council Canada (NRC) intends to award a contract for certification and testing services for laboratory fume hood trace gas systems.
  
- **Project scope and objectives:**  
  The scope includes annual certification, adjustment, and tracer gas containment testing of laboratory fume hoods located in Ottawa. The objective is to ensure regulatory compliance, laboratory safety, and consistent performance across all hoods equipped with Phoenix Controls venturi valves.

- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
  The proposed contract is fixed-term for seven years (January 2026 - January 2033), with an estimated total value of CAD $986,886.00 (plus GST/HST).

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
  National Research Council Canada (NRC)
  
- **Contact details:**  
  Isabelle Fortin  
  Email: isabelle.fortin@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca  
  Phone: 438-466-3137
  
- **Important dates:**  
  - Posted: January 8, 2026  
  - Due: January 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (EST)  
  - Performance period: January 2026 to January 31, 2029 (with options until January 2033)

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
  Authorized Phoenix Controls representative status in Eastern Canada; Technical certification in accordance with ANSI/CSA Z316.5:20 (Class D).
  
- **Mandatory qualifications:**  
  - Access to proprietary Phoenix valve characterization data and performance curves.  
  - Technicians must be certified and trained by Phoenix Controls for all relevant tasks.  
  - Experience with multi-building laboratory projects (≥300 hoods) and building automation systems.  
  - Capacity to perform tracer-gas containment testing and provide electronic reports.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
  Technical team must be based in Ottawa.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
  Specialized equipment for fume hood testing and adjustments; Consistency in compliance with ANSI/CSA standards.

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
  Utilization of Phoenix Controls systems and methodologies for testing and calibration.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
  Annual airflow testing, calibration reports, and electronic documentation for each building.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
  Experience in integration with building automation systems (BAS).

- **Preferred qualifications:**  
  Demonstrated capabilities in large-scale laboratory projects beyond the minimum requirements.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
  Compliance with mandatory requirements will be assessed first; additional relevant experience and capabilities will enhance proposals.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
  Experience handling similar projects and systems will be considered a favorable factor in evaluation.

This structured summary presents essential details related to the opportunity for prospective suppliers, allowing for effective assessment of fit and capabilities.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 23, 2026 (10 days left).

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