CHETWYND - CGH FM Chiller Replacement RFP

Chetwynd General Hospital, a small rural acute care facility in Chetwynd, British Columbia, is seeking a permanent replacement for its failed chiller system, which currently relies on a temporary rental unit that is undersized and unreliable. The existing temporary solution fails to meet peak cooling demands, leading to inconsistent environmental conditions and elevated operational risks that threaten the hospital’s ability to deliver safe, continuous care to the local and regional population. The project will involve the complete removal of the outdated system and the installation of a new, properly sized chiller with all necessary mechanical, electrical, and civil upgrades to ensure full integration and long-term performance. The new system is designed to restore reliable cooling capacity, enhance energy efficiency, and align with the hospital’s operational and safety requirements. The solicitation, titled CHETWYND - CGH FM Chiller Replacement RFP with reference number BCN652740001, was posted on May 19, 2026, with responses due by June 17, 2026. It is managed by the Northern Health Authority under the Government of Canada and falls under NAICS code 238220 for mechanical contracting. The opportunity is open to qualified bidders through the CanadaBuys portal, with Eva Mencin serving as the primary contracting authority and point of contact. The project is critical to maintaining the hospital’s functionality in a remote region where dependable infrastructure directly impacts patient care and staff safety.