Stage 2 - Waterton Wildlife Guards Project, Waterton Lakes National Park

Parks Canada Agency is seeking qualified contractors to construct two wildlife guard crossings along Highway 5 and Highway 6 in Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, to facilitate the safe movement of bison and protect public safety. This solicitation represents Stage Two of a two-stage procurement process, following an initial qualification phase that screened potential bidders; only those who successfully met mandatory requirements in Stage One have been invited to submit detailed technical and financial proposals. Bidders must provide comprehensive qualifications alongside a financial bid aligned with the project’s drawings and specifications, with evaluation based on an Indigenous Participation Plan and price competitiveness. The contract is governed by the Standard Acquisition Clauses and Conditions Manual, incorporating general conditions for construction services including provisions for contract administration, work execution, delays, payment, insurance, and dispute resolution. Required documentation includes a completed Bid and Acceptance Form, APPENDIX 1 Combined Price Form, APPENDIX 2 Integrity Provisions, ANNEX A Certificate of Insurance naming Her Majesty the Queen as additional insured, and ANNEX B Attestation Form confirming compliance with laws, code of conduct, and absence of conflict of interest. Contractors must secure and maintain insurance covering commercial general liability, builder’s risk, pollution liability, and marine liability through Canadian-licensed insurers, and submit both a performance bond and labour and material payment bond in approved forms. Security clearance is mandatory for all personnel and subcontractors; site access requires full compliance with personal protective equipment standards. Bids must be submitted electronically by email to soumissionsami-bidsrpc@pc.gc.ca with the solicitation number and project title, and no in-person or courier submissions will be accepted. The response deadline is July 30, 2026, and all inquiries must be directed in writing to Alison Guilford before July 23, 2026. The place of performance is in Alberta, Canada, with contract terms tied to completion timelines specified in the final awarded documentation.