Chateau Prestige - Structural & System Repairs

The Chateau Prestige - Structural & System Repairs project under solicitation number 202605002 is aimed at extending the service life and ensuring the operational reliability of eight HEP1 Chateau Prestige cars from the HEP Legacy fleet, which has surpassed its expected performance but now requires critical upgrades to aging structural and systemic components. Work will encompass comprehensive repairs to structural elements and obsolescent systems including electrical, interior, and carbody components to maintain safety, efficiency, and compliance with current standards. The project is being procured by VIA Rail Canada Inc. on behalf of the Government of Canada and is open to external contractors capable of executing full-scale refurbishment on all eight vehicles. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 336510 and is being managed through Merx, with proposals due by August 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Interested parties must register on Merx to access bidding documents, and applicable fees may be required as outlined on the Merx pricing page. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Aimé Azol, reachable via email or phone.