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Replacement of Heating and Cooling Distribution Systems and Associated Building Services for the Embassy of Canada to Italy, in Rome

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26-314054Canada

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Canada, through the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development, is seeking qualified suppliers to bid on the replacement of aging heating and cooling distribution systems and related building services at the Official Residence of the Embassy of Canada in Rome, Italy. The project requires full replacement of mechanical distribution networks, selective demolition to access concealed infrastructure, and comprehensive restoration of walls, finishes, and affected areas, along with supporting upgrades to electrical systems, data and Wi-Fi infrastructure, carpentry, painting, and limited exterior components where necessary. All work must be performed in strict compliance with Italian building codes and safety standards, with careful measures to protect and restore furnishings and artwork. The contracting approach follows the Design-Bid-Build methodology, with pre-qualified respondents progressing to a subsequent Request for Proposals stage where final design and scope will be detailed. Suppliers must demonstrate proven experience in construction services, fluency in English or French, the ability to travel to and work in Italy, and capacity to deliver all required services end-to-end. Responses must be submitted by July 13, 2026, through the official Canada Buys portal, with inquiries directed to Lydia Zervos, Contracting Authority.

General Info

Replace heating and cooling systems at Canada’s Rome embassy with full restoration, compliance, and end-to-end services by July 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and DevelopmentView Agency

NAICS

238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors View NAICS

Place of Performance

World, CAN

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26-314054 - ITQ - Replacement of Heating and Cooling Systems for Canadian Embassy in Rome

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26-314054 - Invitation à se qualifier pour remplacement systèmes chauffage et climatisation Ambassade du Canada à Rome

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
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Government of Canada → Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
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Lydia ZervosContracting Authority

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Canada, represented by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD), is inviting suppliers with experience in the delivery of construction services to submit a Response to qualify for the Replacement of Heating and Cooling Distribution Systems and Associated Building Services for the Embassy of Canada to Italy, in Rome (the “Requirement”). This Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) defines the requirements for the qualification of Respondents for the Requirement. Interested Respondents are required to respond to this ITQ. Based on these Responses, Canada intends to select, in accordance with the terms of this ITQ, the Qualified Respondents to participate in the Request for Proposals (RFP) stage of the solicitation. The requirement involves renovation work at the Embassy of Canada to Italy, in Rome. The project consists of repairs and replacement of end of life mechanical and associated building systems at the Official Residence of Canada in Rome. Key activities include the full replacement of the heating and cooling distribution network, selective demolition to access concealed piping, and subsequent restoration of walls, finishes, and affected areas. The scope also includes related works such as electrical system improvements, data and Wi Fi infrastructure modifications, carpentry repairs, painting, and minor exterior system replacements where disruption is required to complete the core work. Measures are included to protect furnishings and artwork during construction and to restore all areas to their original condition. All work will be carried out in compliance with applicable local building codes, safety requirements, and technical standards. Work will be delivered in the Design-Bid-Build methodology. The pre-qualified Respondent(s) will follow the drawings and scope of work that will be outlined in the Stage Two – Request for Proposal. Respondents must be capable of providing the full range of services required, in English or French, and can travel to, and perform the work in, Italy.

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