Chester Basin WWTP & Collection System Construction

The Municipality of the District of Chester (MODC) is soliciting bids for the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant, collection system, and outfall located at 5320 Lighthouse Route in Chester Basin, Nova Scotia. This stipulated price contract, identified as MODC-T-2026-028, encompasses comprehensive civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works, including the installation of a 300mm outfall sewer, various sanitary and storm sewers, pumping stations, and a complete surveillance and telecommunications system. The project must be completed by March 31, 2028, with a one-year warranty period starting from the date of ready-for-takeover. The award will be granted to the top-ranked proponent based on a multi-stage evaluation involving mandatory submission requirements, technical reviews by a project engineering consultant, and price analysis. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the bids&tenders system by October 7, 2026. Key requirements include a bid deposit of 10% of the sub-total contract amount, an undertaking for a performance bond of 50%, and mandatory compliance with Abuse Prevention Policy P-117. Payments are processed monthly within 28 calendar days of receipt, subject to compliance with workers' compensation legislation and the provision of statutory declarations. All work must adhere to the latest National and Provincial Building Codes and CSA standards.