26 - 11 Trades Project QSS

Tender 26-11 is a solicitation by School District 79 Cowichan Valley for a stipulated price contract to complete the Vancouver Island University (VIU) Trades Yard project located at 2652 James Street in Duncan, British Columbia. The project is awarded on an at-risk basis under a Fixed Price CCDC 2 contract, meaning the contractor is responsible for budget overruns unless a signed change order is approved. The scope of work is comprehensive, encompassing architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical trades. Key deliverables include metal fabrications such as interior shop-primed and exterior galvanized steel, site grading, stormwater management, and the installation of electrical and mechanical systems adhering to the British Columbia Building Code 2024 and CSA standards. Bids must be submitted by October 13, 2026, and must include a pricing bid form and three client references from the last five years. While the owner may consider the lowest compliant bidder, they reserve the absolute discretion to accept any bid deemed most advantageous. Contractors are required to provide proof of Worksafe BC coverage, a firm safety manual, and necessary bid security, bonding, and insurance. The contract includes a maintenance period of at least one year from the date of substantial performance. Quality control is managed through a contractor-led plan, with independent testing agencies required for building envelope performance and structural components, and field reviews conducted by the project consultant.