Sidewalk Replacement - JI

This requirement is for: The Correctional Service of Canada, Joyceville Institution, Ontario Region.

Trade agreement: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers and Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements. The Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers and Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements applies to this bid solicitation. This solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers.

Policy on Reciprocal Procurement

This solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers.

Competitive Procurement Strategy: lowest priced compliant bid.

Set-aside under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business

This procurement is open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses. All interested suppliers may participate. However, suppliers are to note that this requirement is subject to a preference for Indigenous suppliers and will be set-aside under the federal government Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) if Canada receives two or more responsive bids from Indigenous businesses who meet the requirements of the PSIB.

Indigenous businesses that have not already registered in the Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Indigenous Business Directory should do so. Additional information on the Indigenous Business Directory is available at the following link:

https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1100100033057/1610797769658#c3.

Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: This procurement is not subject to a Comprehensive Land Claims Agreement.

Security Requirements: This contract does not include security requirements.

Nature of Requirements

The following is a summary of the statement of work for this requirement.

The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) has a requirement to replace the sidewalk between buildings JVJ25 & JVJ1 at Joyceville Institution.

Deliverables

The Contractor must: a) Supply material, labour, and equipment to remove the existing sidewalk, and to install a new sidewalk between buildings JVJ25 to JVJ1. b) Remove and dispose of off-site the existing concrete sidewalk (approx. 2,000 ft2), including all associated debris. c) Excavate and prepare subgrade as required. d) Supply and install a compacted gravel sub-base suitable for sidewalk construction. e) Raise sub-base as necessary so that finished concrete surface is above adjacent sod/grade to prevent water pooling on new sidewalk. f) Install new concrete sidewalk with proper alignment and thickness. The concrete must be 25MPa sidewalk-grade concrete and must slope away from all buildings to ensure positive drainage. g) Provide and maintain temporary walkways and safe access routes where required during construction to ensure pedestrian safety. h) Restore disturbed areas adjacent to sidewalk upon completion of work. i) Comply with applicable codes, site standards, and safety regulations. j) Keep the surrounding area clean and safe throughout the duration of the project. k) Provide a complete project schedule ten (10) business days after award of contract for approval by the Project Authority. l) Provide the Project Authority with a final report for CSC review and sign-off upon completion. The report must detail all work completed and include photographs.

Any conditions for participation of suppliers not specified in solicitation documentation: none.

Estimated quantity of commodity: see solicitation document statement of work and basis of payment.

Duration of Contract and Time Frame for Delivery

Construction Time: The Contractor must perform and complete the Work by January 31st, 2027.

File Number: 21450-27-5533027

Contracting Authority: Robin Riha Telephone number: 613-328-9727 E-mail: robin.riha@csc-scc.gc.ca

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Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada (English or French).

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