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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on March 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

MDB - Residential Portfolio Capital Investment Plan, Trenton

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HO25718_85400Canada

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NAICS: 236116
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Housing Construction Program MDB CFHA RPCIP Gagetown, Greenwood & HalifaxDefence Construction Canada (DCC) is soliciting proposals from qualified design-build teams to undertake the design and construction of multi-unit residential housing as part of the Canadian Forces Housing Agency's Residential Portfolio Capital Investment Plan. This project encompasses three separate contracts located at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Gagetown in New Brunswick, 14 Wing at CFB Greenwood in Nova Scotia, and CFB Halifax (12 Wing Shearwater), also in Nova Scotia. Each location will follow a modified design-build method, with estimated project values ranging from approximately $105 million to $370 million depending on the site. The procurement will award one contract per location, and interested firms are invited to submit their proposals through the MERX Electronic Bidding System by the stipulated deadline. The solicitation adheres to relevant trade agreements, including the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), and the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA). The contract requires a comprehensive design and construction team involving roles such as design team leads, architects, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, urban planners, civil engineers, project managers, and specialized roles like building information modeling specialists and Indigenous relations coordinators. The contract also sets out detailed hourly rate classifications, travel cost limits, and a design-builder markup allowance. Fees for services required at each location have been budgeted at around $1.1 million. All communication during the solicitation period must be directed exclusively to the designated contracting authority, Andrew Webster, to maintain eligibility. Contract award results and payment transparency information will be publicly available through the DCC website.
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NAICS: 236116
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NAICS: 236116
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Request for Proposal North Bend Family HousingThe United States Coast Guard (USCG) is seeking proposals for a direct lease with an option to purchase family housing units in the North Bend/Coos Bay, Oregon area. This solicitation invites vendors who already own suitable property for constructing residential housing rather than government-led construction projects. The USCG intends to lease the housing units before construction begins, with lease terms starting once homes are ready for occupancy, and during the lease, it will conduct due diligence to determine purchase eligibility. The contract is structured around a phased acquisition plan with a one-year lease term and up to four additional option years, spread across three phases totaling 48 housing units. These units will include primarily 3-bedroom, 2-bath and 4-bedroom, 2-bath homes, with some designed to meet federal ADA standards. Properties may be single-family homes, duplexes, or multiplexes, with garages and parking, adhering to all applicable local, state, and federal codes. The lease agreement guarantees rent payments by the USCG regardless of occupancy, with payments made electronically through SAM.gov. The option-to-purchase (OtP) agreement is integrated into the lease and allows the USCG to buy the housing at a later date based on a government appraisal, with an OtP fee held in escrow during the decision period. Should the USCG choose not to purchase, the fee reverts to the vendor. Proposals must provide detailed housing unit plans, mechanical system descriptions, construction methods, proposed purchase prices and rents, as well as site development plans and timelines estimating a one-year construction period. Award decisions will be based on best value considering unit design, price, lease terms, amenities, site features, and construction quality. The solicitation emphasizes fair procurement practices and provides a structured process for dispute resolution through the USCG Ombudsman Program before escalating formal protests.
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Defence Construction Canada is seeking proposals from design-build teams for a residential housing project at Canadian Forces Base Trenton, Ontario, as part of the Residential Portfolio Capital Investment Plan. This contract follows a modified design-build approach with an estimated construction cost of approximately $81.8 million. The project includes multiple professional roles such as lead architects, engineers across various disciplines, project managers, superintendents, and Indigenous relations coordinators, all compensated on an hourly rate basis, with specified maximum fees and travel cost allowances. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the MERX system by April 1, 2026, with a non-mandatory site visit available during the solicitation period. The process complies with multiple trade agreements, including the Canadian Free Trade Agreement, CETA, and WTO-GPA. Key contractual details emphasize strict communication protocols, requiring that all questions be directed solely to the designated contracting authority to avoid disqualification. Payment transparency is also a priority, with ongoing public disclosure on payments to prime contractors and a commitment to prompt payment policies. The solicitation underscores the importance of adhering to the procedures outlined in the request for proposals, including details related to disbursement rates and design-builder mark-up allowances. Interested and qualified firms are encouraged to review the full solicitation documents on MERX and submit their proposals through the designated electronic bidding platform.

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Design-build proposals sought for $81.8M CFB Trenton housing project, submission due April 1, 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada

NAICS

236116 - New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) View NAICS

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada
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*** THIS AMENDS THE PREVIOUSLY POSTED NOTICE TO CHANGE THE CLOSING DATE TO APRIL 1, 2026. TIME AND CLOSING LOCATION REMAIN UNCHANGED *** Defence Construction Canada – Canadian Forces Housing Agency (CFHA), Residential Portfolio Capital Investment Plan (RPCIP), 8 Wing, Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Trenton, Ontario, HO25718 DEFENCE CONSTRUCTION CANADA (DCC) is requesting Proposals from Design-Build Teams to design and construct residential housing units at CFB Trenton following a modified design-build approach. Additional details are provided in the Request for Proposals (RFP) documents. The Rough Order Magnitude (ROM) Construction Cost Estimate for this Project is $81.8 Million. A non-mandatory site visit will be offered during this solicitation. Additional details are provided in the Request for Proposals (RFP) documents. Firms that consider themselves qualified to provide these services are invited to submit their Proposals through the MERX Electronic Bidding System on or before the closing date and time indicated on the Electronic Bidding System. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the requirements set out in the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), Chapter Nineteen of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA). Questions regarding this solicitation are to be directed ONLY to the point of contact identified in this advertisement. Bidders who address their questions to anyone other than the point of contact during the solicitation period may, for that reason alone, be disqualified. Bidders can obtain contract award results from the DCC website at https://www.dcc-cdc.gc.ca/industry/contract-activity. DCC now publicly discloses information on payments made to prime contractors so that subcontractors know when they can expect payment. Information on payments made in the past 90 days on construction contracts over $100,000, as well as further information regarding DCC’s prompt payment commitment, can be obtained from the DCC website at https://www.dcc-cdc.gc.ca/industry/contract-activity. code : 1.01description : Design Team Lead Chef de l'équipe de conceptionunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.02description : Lead Architect Architecte principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.03description : Senior Architect Architecte seniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.04description : Intermediate Architect Architecte intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.05description : Lead Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.06description : Senior Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure seniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.07description : Intermediate Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.08description : Lead Mechanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.09description : Senior Menchanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique seniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.1description : Intermediate Mechanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.11description : Lead Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.12description : Senior Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique seniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.13description : Intermediate Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.14description : Lead Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.15description : Senior Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal seniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.16description : Intermediate Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.17description : Senior Architectural or Engineering Technologists/Technician/Draftsperson Technologue, technicien, ou dessinateur sénior en architecture ou en génieunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.18description : Intermediate Architectural or Engineering Technologists/Technician/Draftsperson Technologue, technicien ou dessinateur intermédiaire en architecture ou en génieunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.19description : Project Manager Gestionnaire de projetunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.2description : Superintendent SurintendantunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.21description : Indigenous Relations Coordinator Coordonnateur des relations avec les AutochtonesunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.22description : Total Classification Rate Taux horaire pondéré totalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 2description : Maximum Upset Fee for the Contract Award Scope of Services Honoraire maximum pour l’étendue des services visés par l’attribution du contratunitOfMeasure : Dollarcode : 3.01description : Estimated Cost of Travel for the Contract Award Scope of Services Coût de déplacement estimé pour l’étendue des services visés par l’attribution du contratunitOfMeasure : Dollarcode : 3.02description : Maximum Upset Unit Travel Rate Coût unitaire de déplacement maximumunitOfMeasure : Tripcode : 4description : Disbursement Rate Taux de déboursratioType : BOTHunitOfMeasure : Percentcode : 5description : Design-Builder Mark-Up Allowance Allocation majorée du concepteur-constructeurratioType : MARKUPunitOfMeasure : PercentBidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.