Amendment #1, 25-58046B Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck
This amendment is raised to answer questions and to modify the solicitation.
See answers to questions and modifications to the solicitation below.
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QUESTIONS TO THE SOLICITATION
QUESTION 1:
We are requesting an extension of the closing date by two weeks.
ANSWER 1:
Canada will extend the closing date of the solicitation to October 21, 2025 at 2pm EDT.
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MODIFICATIONS TO THE SOLICITATION
At PART 2 - BIDDER INSTRUCTIONS
Delete: Sub section 2.2 Submission of Bids in its entirety,
Insert: 2.2 Submission of Bids as follows:
2.2 Submission of Bids
Bids must be submitted only electronically to the National Research Council Canada (NRC) Bid Receiving email address, no later than 2pm EDT (14:00 NRC's Server Time), October 21st, 2025 to the following NRC email address:
NRC.BidReceiving-ReceptiondesSoumissions.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
The NRC has restrictions on incoming e-mail messages. The maximum e-mail message size including all file attachments must not exceed 10MB. Zip files or links to bid documents will not be accepted. Incoming e-mail messages exceeding the maximum file size and/or containing zip file attachments will be blocked from entering the NRC e-mail system. A bid transmitted by e-mail that gets blocked by the NRC e-mail system will be considered not received. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure that their submission is received.
Bids must not be sent directly to the Contracting Authority.
All submitted bids become the property of NRC.
Due to the nature of the bid solicitation, hard copy bids (paper or soft copies on media) and bids transmitted by facsimile to NRC will not be accepted.
ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME
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Statement of Requirement
25-58046B Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) has a requirement for the supply and delivery of one (1) Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck for delivery to Kaleden, BC. The Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck is required for operation in an outdoor workplace at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory.
The Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck (vehicle) must include all of the following Specifications/Standards:
1.0 Requirement
1.1 Type of crane- knuckle boom crane or a truck mounted crane;
1.2 Load capacity - minimum 2000 pounds (lbs) @ 32-foot reach;
1.3 Crane forward of truck bed – bed must be minimum 12 feet – max 24 feet;
1.4 Crane aft of truck bed – bed must be minimum 18 feet – max 22 feet;
1.5 Single axle or dual axle;
1.6 Reach – minimum reach 38 feet;
1.7 Manual crane controls on both sides of the truck;
1.8 Automatic or manual transmission;
1.9 Engine – Diesel or gas;
1.10 Engine - Electric block heater;
1.11 Engine - Cooling system antifreeze to -40C;
1.12 Power steering;
1.13 Cab - Windshield wipers front;
1.14 Cab - Window defrost/ cab heat;
1.15 Gauges - Fuel gauge, Engine oil pressure gauge/warning lights, Engine temperature, Tachometer, hour meter;
1.16 Adjustable full suspension seat;
1.17 Adjustable head lights, tail lights, turn signals, reverse lights and rear work lights;
1.18 Mirrors outside right and left, Inside mirror;
1.19 All wireless control and communications on the machine must be able to be disconnected without losing primary function of the equipment;
1.20 The vehicle must have an audible back up alarm minimum 90db.
2.0 Safety and Performance Requirements
2.1 Standard Design
The Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck must have less than 250 000 km, in good condition. Please provide detailed pictures of the cab, seats, mirrors, wheels and tires, tailgate and platform, boom crane and controls must be provided to the satisfaction of NRC prior to contract award.
2.2 Operating Conditions
The Used Knuckle Boom Crane Truck (vehicle) must operate under the extremes of weather conditions found in Canada in temperatures ranging from -40 to +40 Degrees Celsius.
2.3 Vehicle Safety
The vehicle must meet all Commercial Transport Act requirements for road worthiness found at link: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/96058_01
3.0 Manuals
The supplied vehicle must include maintenance and operation manuals for the built unit.
Manuals should be provided in both hard copy and/or digital format and in English.
Manuals should include vendor recommended maintenance schedules, hydraulic schematics, electrical schematics, and parts list.
4.0 Vehicle Recall Notices
All vehicle recall notices must be forwarded to the Technical Authority.
5.0 Delivery
The vehicle must be delivered to destination in a fully operational condition.
See tender documents for full solicitation------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Key Information:
End of Questions and Answers period: October 2, 2025
Offer Submission Deadline: October 7, 2025 at 2PM EDT.
Policy on Reciprocal Procurement: Submit ANNEX "C" DECLARATION – RECIPROCAL PROCUREMENT
Ineligibility and Suspension Policy: Submit a List of Names for integrity verification
Submission Requirements: Technical, Financial, and Certification documents must be submitted separately.
