Basic Information

Reference Number

0000253099

Issuing Organization

VIA Rail Canada Inc.

Project Type

ITT - Invitation to Tender (Formal)

Project Number

202304001

Title

CPS605_Pacific Central Station HVAC Upgrade

Source ID

PP.CO.QC.583475.C106262

Details

Location

Canada, British Columbia, Lower Mainland-Southwest

Description

Pacific Central Station (PCS) has over 15 roof top unit (RTU) that manage the ventilation and indoor comfort of the building. It is believed that all units have been installed in 1992. It is now necessary to replace most of all heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment of the station, while adding adequate ventilation in the Concourse area. The works also include the addition of a Building Automation System (BAS), as well as some base-building prep work on the 2nd floor and a new fit-up of the 3rd floor. The station is protected by the Heritage Act and the work affected by the Act as already been approved by Parks Canada.

In order to submit a Tender, the Tenderer must comply with the following mandatory criteria:

Tenderer has the following minimal insurance coverage:

Commercial General Liability Insurance of $10,000,000
Standard Owners Form Automobile Liability Insurance of $5,000,000
All Risks insurance policy

Bid Bond issued in favour of VIA dated and signed by an authorized representative of the Surety. Provide a letter signed by an authorized representative of a recognized financial institution, stating that if the Tenderer is awarded the Contract, they will issue the required Performance and Labour & Material Bonds in favour of VIA dated and signed by an authorized representative of the Surety following contract award.

Bid Bond (10%)
Performance Bond (50%) and Material/Labour Bond (50%)

The work must be substantially completed by June 27th, 2025.
General Contractor must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience as well as a minimum of 5 years experience in Heritage properties.
Subcontractors must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in their related expertise of work.
Tenderer confirms his Tender complies with all requirements, specifications and commits to respect them during the entire project duration.
Tenderer commits to respect VIA’s Contractor Safety Guidelines
Tenderer must have attended the Mandatory Site Visit

Dates

Publication

2023/07/31 05:32:57 AM PDT

Bid Intent

Required

Bid Intent Deadline

2023/09/06 04:00:00 PM PDT

Question Acceptance Deadline

2023/09/06 04:00:00 PM PDT

Questions are submitted online

Yes

Closing Date

2023/09/13 04:00:00 PM PDT

Onsite Visit

2023/08/10 10:00:00 AM PDT

Contact Information

Sylvie Rathier

514-871-6301

sylvie_rathier@viarail.ca

Buyer Preferences, Guidelines & Requirements

General Requirements

- Bid Deposit Required

- Certification/Training

- Contractors License Required

- Installation Required

- Insurance Required

- Safety Standards Plan

- Warranty Information Required

Pre-Bidding Events

Event Type

Onsite Visit

Attendance

Mandatory

Event date

2023/08/10 10:00:00 AM PDT

Location

Pacific Central Station

Event Note

PCS: 1150 Station Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7
Contact: Benoit Rivard, 514-217-1416
While on the Railway property, you will be required to wear a safety hat, safety glasses, reflective apparel (safety vest) and safety boots in accordance with the Railway’s regulations as stated in “Safety Guidelines for Contractors.” The potential Tenderers must be present for the Safety Briefing prior to entering the VIA Right-of-Way.

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Bid Submission Process

Bid Submission Type

Electronic Bid Submission

Pricing

Lump sum

Bid Documents List

Item Name	Description	Mandatory	Limited to 1 file
Bid Documents	Documents defining the proposal	No	No
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Additional Bidding Instructions

General Contractors must complete their Intention to Bid on MERX by the date indicated on page 4 of the ITT.
General Contractors must submit their bids in 2 distinct folders.
1. Qualitative Folder must contain:

Completed ITT and all supporting documentation
Summary of Proposed Activities
Preliminary Project Schedule
HSE & Quality Questionnaires
Project Manager CV
Site Supervisor CV
Bid Bond
50% Bonding letter
Insurance Certificate
All other documents requested in Document 5 – Qualitative Tender
1. Financial Folder
Pricing Sheet in EXCEL and PDF formats

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