Construction Management Services Battery Storage Integrated Testing Facilities

The National Research Council of Canada is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee the renovation of three buildings—M12, M48, and U91—located at 1200 Montreal Road and 2320 Lester Road in Ottawa to enable research on battery testing and assembly. The project will be executed under a Construction Manager delivery model, requiring the selected firm to coordinate design delegation, integrate lean construction practices, manage information systems, and ensure quality assurance throughout all phases. The contract includes pre-construction services, major construction of M12 and M48, and post-construction close-out, with an overall performance timeline extending from June 2025 to March 2027. The estimated total contract value is between $4 million and $5.5 million, including a $500,000 option for additional work. The construction must comply with Canadian standards including the National Building Code of Canada, CSA, CGSB, ULC, and ASTM, and follow the National Master Specification format. The government retains full authority for inspection and acceptance at the project site, with compliance verified against national safety and performance codes. The solicitation imposes strict requirements on Indigenous participation, mandating a minimum 5% procurement target from Indigenous businesses and requiring submission of a detailed Indigenous Participation Plan with each invoice. Failure to submit this plan renders a bid non-responsive. Contractors must also comply with Canada’s Contract Security Program, providing the appropriate security clearance documentation based on entity origin, and identify key personnel whose replacement is tightly regulated with approval and documentation requirements. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 7, 2026, via email to the specified government address, with no fax submissions accepted unless explicitly permitted. The technical bid must adhere to specific formatting standards, including minimum 11-point Times New Roman font, 12 mm margins, and proper page counting. Payment conditions are tied to IPP reporting, and no electronic invoicing platforms like WAWF are referenced. All proposals must include certifications under the Reciprocal Procurement Declaration, affirming Canadian supplier status, and acknowledge the binding nature of integrity provisions, conflict of interest rules, and policies against bribery and sanctions violations. No U.S. FAR clauses apply; the contract is governed entirely by Canadian General Conditions and procurement policies, with no mention of U.S. accounting or trade terms.