EC373-270267 New Construction - FRDC B180 Replacement

This is the first phase (Phase One) of a two-phase process: the first phase will evaluate the qualifications of all interested suppliers; the second phase (Phase Two) will invite the qualified suppliers to provide a financial bid on the project based on the specifications and drawings. The qualification list will expire within 60 days or upon award of a contract in Phase Two, whichever is earlier, and the prequalification list will not be used in any other solicitation. Work of this Contract comprises general construction, and site development, for a new single-storey building of approximately 1,326 m2 on Innovation Rd. at the AAFC Fredericton Research and Development Centre, in Fredericton, NB. Work also includes abatement and demolition of the existing building B180, adjacent to the new building site. Building 180, also known as the Farm Services building, is a multi-use building consisting of a mechanics and machining shop, cold room storage for bulk potato storage, and support spaces such as offices and washrooms The existing building B180 must remain fully operational while the new building is being constructed. Abatement and demolition of B180 to begin only when the new building is completed and the existing B180 is vacant.