Replacement Heating Systems at 7 Long-Range Radar Sites

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is calling for Abbreviated Proposals from engineering consulting firms to design a heating system to replace the existing Hydronic Heating Systems at the seven (7) northern Long-Range Radar Sites (LRRs) at various locations in Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and the Yukon. The statement of work also includes the provision of the following professional services: Preparation of plans and specifications, and assistance during the tendering and construction phases. Information provided by the Proponents will be evaluated using the established criteria in the RFAP. The objective of this RFAP is to select the proponent with the highest total score. The estimated construction cost for this project is in the range of $19,000,000.00 Firms that consider themselves qualified to provide these services are invited to submit their Abbreviated Proposals through the MERX Electronic Bidding System on or before the closing date and time indicated on the Electronic Bidding System. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the requirements set out in the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), Chapter Nineteen of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA). This procurement contains set-asides for the benefit of Indigenous business pursuant to applicable trade agreement provisions. This measure is in accordance with procurement obligations pursuant to all Modern Treaties (Comprehensive Land Claims Agreements). The selected consultant will be required to hold a valid Facility Security Clearance (FSC) at the level of SECRET, issued by the Contract Security Program (CSP) within Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). Details concerning the Security Requirements for this project are identified in the RFAP and Amendment No. 1. Questions regarding this solicitation are to be directed ONLY to the point of contact identified in this