National Research Council of Canada - Medium-Size Rugged Outdoor Ground Robots - RFP 26-58110 (2026)
Town of MorinvilleCity · Morinville, AB- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessica Canas
- (437) 431-2932
The 30-second brief
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) Center for Drone Innovation (CDI) is seeking to acquire two (2) medium-size, rugged, outdoor-capable Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) as research and development platforms under RFP 26-58110. The robotics procurement requires delivery by March 26th, 2027. Submissions are due by November 17th, 2026, and must be submitted to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit email. This solicitation is subject to the Policy on Reciprocal Procurement restricting eligibility to Canadian suppliers. Selection will be based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.
Highest combined rating of technical merit and price
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Summary
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) Center for Drone Innovation (CDI) is seeking to acquire two (2) medium-size, rugged, outdoor-capable Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) as research and development platforms under RFP 26-58110.
The robotics procurement requires delivery by March 26th, 2027. Submissions are due by November 17th, 2026, and must be submitted to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit email. This solicitation is subject to the Policy on Reciprocal Procurement restricting eligibility to Canadian suppliers. Selection will be based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest combined rating of technical merit and price
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Quebec, Canada
- Reported agency
- National Research Council of Canada (NRC)
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Morinville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jessica Canas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Morinville in AB, 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 RFP 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 Jessica Canas at (437) 431-2932. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Highest combined rating of technical merit and price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Quebec, Canada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
