Construction of the Snowflake Kingdom - Gatineau's Jacques-Cartier Park

Amendment 001 was raised to remove the bid security requirements. Bidders should refer to amendment 001 of the RFP for further details. Description of Requirement: Winterlude, a winter festival that started in 1979, has grown into a major international event, drawing thousands of visitors from around the world to Canada’s National Capital Region. One of its main attractions is the Snowflake Kingdom, an outdoor snow park offering family-friendly fun. Located in Gatineau's Jacques-Cartier Park for many years, it features snow tubing, games, entertainment, and impressive giant snow sculptures. The selected Contractor will be responsible for building, setting up, maintaining and dismantling the Snowflake Kingdom. The work will be done in collaboration with the PCH Technical Authority and according to the plans provided. Duration of Contract: The Contract will cover Winterlude for the duration of one (1) year, from the date of Standing Offer award, with one (1) additional option period of one (1) year and as detailed in Annex “A”, the Statement of Work. Evaluation Process and Selection Methodology There are mandatory technical criteria and rated technical associated with the requirement. The mandatory criteria are as follows: MT1 - The bidder must clearly demonstrate in its bid that the firm or its resources have at least five years of experience building this type of structure/fabrication. * *This type of structure/fabrication is defined as follows: downhill/cross-country ski slopes and/or trails, snow slides, or bicycle racetrack. The selection of a successful bidder will be made using the following selection methodology: The responsive bid carrying the lowest price will be recommended for contract award. Security Requirements : There are no security requirements.