Cap-De-Saint-Louis, NB, Structure 401-402 Timber Pile Repairs

Repair works are required at Wharf Structures 401 and 402 in Cap-De-Saint-Louis, New Brunswick, to restore the structural integrity and serviceability of aging timber piles and associated components. The scope includes installing steel clamp assemblies to prevent splitting of timber piles, repairing pile caps with filler blocks, and installing treated timber cross bracing and sheathing, with minimal removal only as necessary to access substructure elements. All work must comply with detailed plans and specifications, and must be performed at an active marine facility in close coordination with the Harbour Authority to minimize disruption to harbor operations. Environmental protection is a critical component, requiring measures to safeguard fish and fish habitat, manage treated timber materials in accordance with WHMIS standards, and eliminate contamination risks during construction. The contractor is fully responsible for labor, equipment, materials, transportation, site logistics, environmental compliance, permitting, inspections, and completion of all work as stipulated in the contract. All materials must meet specified Canadian standards, including CSA and Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act requirements, and must be properly preserved, packaged, and labeled. The contract employs a unit-price and lump-sum pricing structure with predefined quantities for steel clamps and treated timber, though actual pricing values are not disclosed. Bids must be submitted electronically by June 19, 2026, to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, with a maximum file size of 10 MB and no external links accepted. The award criteria prioritize contractor performance, timeliness, safety program effectiveness, and demonstrated capability to deliver the work, with Canada retaining the right to accept any bid regardless of price. The contractor must carry commercial general liability insurance with completed operations coverage for six years post-substantial performance, and all personnel and subcontractors are subject to security restrictions that prohibit access to protected or classified DFO assets. No unescorted access is permitted, and third-party involvement requires prior written approval. Final acceptance is contingent upon on-site inspection by the Departmental Representative, submission of as-built drawings, test reports, and correction of all deficiencies prior to issuance of the Certificate of Completion. Payment is triggered 28 days after this certification, and no advance payments or electronic invoicing platforms are specified beyond support for direct deposit and acquisition card payments. All work must adhere to the General and Supplementary Conditions of the Contract, including integrity declarations and prohibitions against bribery or false representations.