Correctional Service of Canada - Highway Trailer Rental for CORCAN - 21C40-27-5466579 (2026)
Correctional Service CanadaFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Karine Clément
- (450) 506-3180
The 30-second brief
Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) seeks a standing offer for the monthly rental of up to 50 53-foot highway trailers (tandem axle dry freight vans with air ride and unlimited kilometres) on an as-and-when requested basis for CORCAN facilities including the National Warehouse Distribution Centre in Kingston, Bath Institution, Collins Bay Institution, Joyceville Institution, Millhaven Institution, and Warkworth Institution within the Ontario Region. Services include trailer delivery and pick-up within two business days, licensing, permits, full maintenance including tire repairs and replacements, replacement of out-of-service trailers within 24 hours, and annual safety inspections. The solicitation number is 21C40-27-5466579. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026. Evaluation is based on the lowest-priced compliant bid meeting mandatory technical criteria for experience and fleet availability.
Monthly rental of up to 50 53-foot Highway Trailers (tandem axle trailer 53ft x 102ft, Dry Freight Van, Air Ride); Delivery and pick-up of trailers; Trailer licensing, Permits, And exemptions; Maintenance and tire replacement; Replacement trailer supply; Annual safety inspections and documentation
Lowest priced compliant bid meeting mandatory technical criteria
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Summary
Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) seeks a standing offer for the monthly rental of up to 50 53-foot highway trailers (tandem axle dry freight vans with air ride and unlimited kilometres) on an as-and-when requested basis for CORCAN facilities including the National Warehouse Distribution Centre in Kingston, Bath Institution, Collins Bay Institution, Joyceville Institution, Millhaven Institution, and Warkworth Institution within the Ontario Region.
Services include trailer delivery and pick-up within two business days, licensing, permits, full maintenance including tire repairs and replacements, replacement of out-of-service trailers within 24 hours, and annual safety inspections. The solicitation number is 21C40-27-5466579. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026. Evaluation is based on the lowest-priced compliant bid meeting mandatory technical criteria for experience and fleet availability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest priced compliant bid meeting mandatory technical criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Monthly rental of up to 50 53-foot Highway Trailers (tandem axle trailer 53ft x 102ft, Dry Freight Van, Air Ride)
- Delivery and pick-up of trailers
- Trailer licensing, Permits, And exemptions
- Maintenance and tire replacement
- Replacement trailer supply
- Annual safety inspections and documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Signed cover page
- Technical Offer
- Financial Offer
- Certifications
- Certificate of Insurance
- Letter from insurance broker
- Integrity Declaration Form
- Submit to
- NHQ.ContractingBidSubmissions-SoumissionsOffresContrat.AC@csc-scc.gc.ca
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Ontario, Canada
- Reported agency
- Correctional Service of Canada
Questions about this RFO
How do I respond to this RFO from Correctional Service Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: NHQ.ContractingBidSubmissions-SoumissionsOffresContrat.AC@csc-scc.gc.ca. For questions, contact Karine Clément.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFO?
Most government agencies, including Correctional Service Canada in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFO submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Karine Clément at (450) 506-3180. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly rental of up to 50 53-foot Highway Trailers (tandem axle trailer 53ft x 102ft, Dry Freight Van, Air Ride); Delivery and pick-up of trailers; Trailer licensing, Permits, And exemptions; Maintenance and tire replacement; Replacement trailer supply; Annual safety inspections and documentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest priced compliant bid meeting mandatory technical criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Correctional Service Canada?
All active and historical solicitations from Correctional Service Canada are tracked and searchable. As a federal agency, Correctional Service Canada regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFO?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed cover page, Technical Offer, Financial Offer, Certifications, Certificate of Insurance, Letter from insurance broker, Integrity Declaration Form. Review the full document from Correctional Service Canada for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ontario, Canada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.