Mental Health & Addictions, Child & Youth Inpatient Unit

The Government of Prince Edward Island, through Health and Wellness, is soliciting bids for the construction of a new Mental Health & Addictions, Child & Youth Inpatient Unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, with the solicitation number PEIG-6730. The bid submission deadline is May 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and all proposals must be submitted electronically through the PEI Government tender portal, with copies sent to Melanie Barlow, Wayne Walker, Scott MacNeill, and April Robertson. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Main Lobby of the hospital for bidders and major sub-trade representatives. The NAICS code for this procurement is 622210, indicating it relates to general medical and surgical hospitals, and while the contract is managed by the Government of PEI, it is classified under federal agency type. The evaluation process is weighted toward bid price at 55 points, with the remaining 45 points distributed across company experience in healthcare projects, project manager and superintendent experience, and the quality of the proposed schedule and narrative. Award will be based on a trade-off approach, not solely on lowest price, allowing for consideration of technical merit and value. The scope of work centers on comprehensive commissioning activities to ensure all building systems function as designed, including testing, troubleshooting, training of facility staff, and delivery of detailed documentation such as as-built drawings, O&M manuals, test reports, maintenance instructions, spare parts, and special tools. Work must comply with the National Building Code of Canada, CAN/ULC S102.2, ASTM E84, CSA Z317.13-17, and other relevant standards, with materials required to meet strict fire performance and VOC emission criteria. All materials must be delivered in original factory packaging labeled with manufacturer details, and safety data sheets must be provided. Security requirements include personnel background checks and on-site security provisions, with work hours restricted to 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, and advanced notice required for noise or vibration activities due to proximity to a helicopter pad. Acceptance of all work occurs at the project site under the authority of the Consultant, and the Contractor is responsible for compliance with infection control, fire-rated construction, and material testing standards. No formal CAGE code, UEI, or socioeconomic certifications are required, and no specific funding