New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project

Trade Agreement: Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid Attachment: YES (MERX) Electronic Competitive Procurement Strategy: Best Overall Proposal Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Nature of Requirements: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) FOR NEW BRIDGE FOR THE ST. LAWRENCE CORRIDOR PROJECT FOR THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA

FILE NO.: T8010-140002/A PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY: Lisa Wong EMAIL ADDRESS: NPSL.NBSL@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

THE RFQ RESPONSE SUBMISSION DEADLINE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MAY 7, 2014 AT 14H00 (ET). ----------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------

NATURE OF REQUIREMENTS

PURPOSE The purpose of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is to invite interested parties to submit Responses to this RFQ indicating their interest in, and qualifications for, the project. Based on these responses, Canada intends to select, in accordance with the terms of this RFQ, a shortlist of three Proponents to be invited to participate in the next stage of the procurement process, the Request for Proposals (RFP) stage. The term of the project agreement will commence on financial close and continue for a period of approximately 35 years which includes a construction period of approximately five (5) years and a fixed operating period of 30 years. It is anticipated that construction will commence in 2015 and be staged such that the project connecting the South Shore in Brossard to Île des Soeurs is completed by the end of 2018, and the project construction in its entirety is completed by 2020. The operating period could be extended in the case of early completion of construction but will not be less than 30 years. Financial benefits/penalties related to early/late completion will be set out in the payment mechanism which will be described in the RFP.

SCOPE Canada is seeking strong competition from domestic and international consortia, in order to select the private partner who is best able to deliver a world-class project on time and in a manner that ensures the best value for Canadians. Canada will take all steps necessary to ensure that the procurement process for the New Bridge for the St. Lawrence Corridor Project is open, fair and transparent. The project is for the provision of design, construction, finance, operation and maintenance services for: • New Bridge for the St. Lawrence • New Île des Soeurs Bridge • Reconstruction and widening of Autoroute 15 on Montreal island • Reconstruction of Autoroute 15 on Île des Soeurs Bridge • Tolling Infrastructure and Intelligent Transportation Systems The project will also include operation and maintenance for the Clement Bridge and tolling infrastructure. Project Objectives: Ensure Continued Safety and Service • Remove traffic from the existing Champlain Bridge by the end of 2018 • Maintain safety of the corridor prior to, during and after construction • Deliver a long-term solution that efficiently meets pre-defined operational and maintenance service requirements Promote Economic Growth • Improve system connectivity to promote continuous and safe flow of people and goods • Strengthen the economy through job creation and the improvement of the local, regional and national gross domestic product Provide Value for Money for Canadians • Provide long lasting infrastructure that meets high technical standards and needs of users • Obtain and maintain high quality infrastructure at the lowest life cycle cost possible • Ensure appropriate risk transfer to the private partner for financing, design, construction, maintenance and operations of the project Foster Sustainable Development and Urban Integration • Build a bridge which contributes to the corridor's status as the premier gateway to Montréal through architectural features and quality that complement Montréal's landscape • Deliver a project that is shaped by the local environmental and social context • Plan and construct a project that protects the surrounding natural environment through rigorous environmental monitoring and mitigation measures • Promote sustainable transportation by building a dedicated public transit corridor and providing for a safe and accessible multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists

PROJECT'S INFORMATION SESSION AND SITE VISIT

In support of this procurement process, the Government of Canada will hold, for interested respondents, an information session and a site visit of the project area. These events will be held in Montréal during the week of March 31, 2014.

An information session will be held on March 31, 2014. This session will contain two parts, the first from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon) and the second from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. where the scope of the requirement outlined in the RFQ will be reviewed and questions will be answered. The information session will be held at The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel, 900 René-Lévesque Blvd. West, Montréal, Québec, H3B 4A5.

The site visit will be held on April 1, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon). Participants are to gather no later than 7:50 a.m. in the lobby of The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel, 900 René-Lévesque Blvd. West, Montréal, Québec, H3B 4A5.

Information regarding registration for these events is detailed in the Request for Qualifications.

PWGSC has retained the services of a Fairness Monitor to provide independent assurance the procurement process is being conducted in a fair, open, and transparent manner.

ENQUIRIES Respondents with questions regarding this RFQ may direct their enquiries to NPSL.NBSL@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

DELIVERY DATE: As described within the RFQ.

This PWGSC office provides procurement services to the public in the official languages of Canada (English and French).

Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.