Standing offer: Portable generators

Goods and Services Identification Number (GSIN): N6115

National Master Standing Offer

Procurement officer

Alexandra Nadeau
613-296-9279
alexandra.nadeau@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca

What do we buy

Portable generators—Inverter generators (stream 1) and AC/Conventional generators (stream 2) for deployment in all areas within Canada, including those areas subject to comprehensive land claim agreements (CLCA).

How do we buy

  • Standing offers are used to buy portable generators
  • 1 solicitation is issued for the requirement and open to all suppliers
  • Suppliers are either the manufacturer or a distributor
  • Suppliers compete by offering percentage discounts off of manufacturer supplied price lists. The suppliers are ranked by discount percentage by stream, making it easy for clients to find the supplier with the best overall value
  • A maximum of 2 suppliers per stream are awarded a standing offer (SO)
  • The standing offer is for a period of 2 years with an option for 2 additional 1 year periods

Socio-economic aspects

Not applicable

Value / Savings / Considerations

As a result of the business volume, economies of scale are generated by the use of the standing offers. Canada benefits from having quick access to a selection of portable generators, particularly in emergency situations.

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2025-09-23