Custom GeoBus Mobile Geospatial Laboratory

Trent University is seeking a vendor to design, build, and deliver a custom GeoBus mobile geospatial laboratory with workstations, power systems, storage, communications infrastructure, and related vehicle features.

Trent University


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2026-099-AC
Nov 02, 2026 07:00 PM
Oct 06, 2026 12:00 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Original Solicitation Links
Contact
amandacummings@trentu.ca
+17057481011
1600 West Bank Drive, Peterborough, ON, Canada
Submission Instructions
Description

Trent University is seeking a vendor to design and build a custom vehicle known as the GeoBus, which will function as a mobile geospatial laboratory for educational and hands-on programming in underserved and disadvantaged communities across Canada. The vehicle may be an extended van, truck, recreational vehicle, or similar platform, must have a maximum gross vehicle weight below 11,000 kg, and must be suitable for year-round use on paved roads. Required features include eight computing workstations with 120-volt and 12-volt power, wall-mounted monitors, overhead cabinets, rear field-equipment storage with a workbench, server and networking cabinets, under-vehicle storage, a quiet generator, air conditioning, shore-power capability, a telescoping mast reaching at least 30 feet and supporting approximately 100 pounds, kitchenette space, an extractable canopy, and an exterior screen of approximately 60 inches. Trent University will supply the technology unless otherwise specified. The vendor must provide the vehicle design and fabrication, delivery by November 2027, warranty information, a fabrication process and schedule, manufacturing updates, and opportunities for university review during construction. Proponents must submit pricing, a completed Submission Form, references for comparable custom-build projects, technical requirements, warranty information, and custom-build experience materials.

Classification Codes
NAICS336211Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
PSC2590Miscellaneous Vehicular Components
Smart Codes
custom vehicle fabricationmobile laboratory vehiclesgeospatial technology integration
Specifications
Supply & Service
Yes
Timeline
Oct 06, 2026 03:00 PM-Open Date
Oct 22, 2026 08:00 PM-Questions Due Date
Oct 26, 2026 08:00 PM-Deadline for Issuing Addenda
Nov 02, 2026 07:00 PM-Submission Deadline
Nov 16, 2026-Anticipated Ranking of Proponents
Nov 30, 2026-Anticipated Execution of Agreement
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability
  • Workers' Safety Insurance Board coverage
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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