Pacific Biological Station – Brandon Island Infrastructure Project

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Government of Canada, is soliciting qualified contractors for the Pacific Biological Station – Brandon Island Infrastructure Project, identified by solicitation number 30008027, targeting marine construction work at Brandon Island, located 0.45 km south of the Pacific Biological Station in Nanaimo, British Columbia. This procurement follows a two-phase selection process, with Phase 1 focusing exclusively on evaluating bidder qualifications and relevant experience in marine construction, defined as work involving waterfront infrastructure such as wharves, floating docks, breakwaters, and shoreline protection structures. Bidders must demonstrate two completed reference projects within the past five years and provide supporting documentation, including a WorkSafeBC clearance letter and proof of active registration, along with certifications confirming compliance with the Canada Labour Code – Part II and Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. All bids must be submitted via email as a PDF attachment no later than July 13, 2026, at 2:00 AM EDT, adhering to specific formatting requirements including a designated subject line and a 10MB size limit; submissions with links or sent by facsimile will be rejected. The scope of work includes replacing the existing shore anchor with a new system, refloating and securing the existing concrete float using approved marine methods, supplying and installing four new catwalks, installing one timber float and four support billets, and removing and disposing of the existing concrete float and four catwalks located south of the main float at approved facilities. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and transportation required for these tasks, with work to be completed within sixteen weeks of contract award. An optional site visit is available for pre-qualified bidders advancing to Phase 2, which will involve submission of detailed financial bids based on project specifications and drawings provided at that stage. The contracting officer is Shawna Hamilton, and all correspondence must be sent to the designated government email address.