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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on January 21, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Plumbing Services, AAFC, Summerland Research and Development Centre

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01R11-26-164International

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The Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is seeking a contractor to provide plumbing services on an “as and when required” basis at the Summerland Research and Development Centre in British Columbia. The contract will span five years, commencing approximately April 1, 2026, and will operate through task authorizations. To qualify for contract award, bidders must meet all mandatory technical criteria and submit the lowest evaluated responsive bid. Contractors requiring access to sensitive work sites must hold a valid Reliability Status approved by AAFC. A mandatory site visit will take place on February 4, 2026, at the Summerland Centre to familiarize bidders with the work environment. Bids must be submitted electronically via the CPC Connect service following detailed procedures outlined in the solicitation documents. Only Canadian suppliers or those from applicable trading partners are eligible to participate, adhering to reciprocal procurement policies. The procurement will be managed under AAFC’s Integrity Regime, with all related documents and updates posted on the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS). Indigenous businesses are encouraged to register in the federal Indigenous Business Directory to enhance visibility and eligibility for set-aside contracts. All inquiries can be directed to the designated contracting authority, Camille Sobczak.

General Info

Five-year plumbing services contract at Summerland Centre, BC; lowest qualified bid wins; mandatory site visit.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of Agriculture and Agri-FoodView Agency

NAICS

238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning ContractorsView NAICS

Place of Performance

British Columbia, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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01R11-26-164-RFP French.pdf

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01R11-26-164-RFP English.pdf

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food
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Government of Canada → Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food
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Camille SobczakContracting Authority

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Title: Plumbing Services, AAFC, Summerland Research and Development Centre Description The Department of Agriculture and Agri Food Canada (AAFC), Summerland Research and Development Centre at 4200 Highway 97, Summerland, British Columbia, requires a Contractor to provide Plumbing Services on an “as and when required” basis. This bid solicitation is to establish a contract with task authorizations (TA) for the delivery of the requirement detailed in the bid solicitation to the Identified Users. The contract period will be for five years from the date of contract. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2026. Security Requirements There are security requirements associated with this requirement. The contractor/offeror personnel requiring access to sensitive work site(s) must each hold a valid RELIABILITY STATUS, granted or approved by AAFC. Mandatory Site Visit It is recommended that the Bidder or a representative of the Bidder visit the work site. A mandatory site visit will be held at Summerland Research and Development Centre at 4200 Highway 97, Summerland, British Columbia on Wednesday, February 04, 2026, beginning at 11:00 am. Policy on Reciprocal Procurement This solicitation of offers is open only to Canadian suppliers (if subject to any international trade agreement(s) and to Suppliers of an applicable trading partner. Mandatory Technical Requirements Bids will be assessed in accordance with the entire requirement of the bid solicitation including the technical and financial evaluation criteria. Basis of selection: A bid must comply with the requirements of the bid solicitation and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be declared responsive. The responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for award of a contract. SOLICITATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO AAFC AT: This bid solicitation allows bidders to use the CPC Connect service provided by Canada Post Corporation to transmit their bid electronically. Bidders must refer to Part 4 entitled Offer Submission of the bid solicitation, for further information. Refer to the attached solicitation documents to obtain further information. Canada retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. PROCURING OFFICE: Camille Sobczak, Procurement Officer Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Western Service Centre Telephone: 204-430-5426 E-mail address: camille.sobczak@agr.gc.ca AAFC has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in AAFC procurement activities as outlined in this solicitation. Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/solicitation-opportunities. Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, bid solicitation or related documentation would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will post all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, using GETS. It is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to regularly consult GETS for the most up-to-date information. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party. Indigenous Procurement: The federal Indigenous Business Directory (IBD) is an online resource for all levels of government and the private sector to identify Indigenous business capacity. Having a business profile in the IBD will increase your company’s visibility and may provide additional business. A profile in the IBD can also allow you to compete for federal government contracts that are set-aside for Indigenous businesses through the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Businesses. For more information and to review eligibility criteria and register, visit: www.canada.ca/indigenousbusinessdirectory.

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