STJ01 New Ice Tank Catwalk Door Supply and Installation Project

The National Research Council of Canada is soliciting bids for the supply and installation of a new Ice Tank Catwalk Door at the Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre located at 1 Arctic Avenue in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. The project involves structural modifications including saw cutting through a block wall, installing a lintel over the door opening, and constructing permanent emergency exit stairs with integrated railing systems connected to the existing catwalk. Electrical work includes running new conduit and breakers for exit signs, audible alarms tied to the door hardware, and cabling for a gas horn/strobe linked to the gas detection panel. All materials must be delivered in original factory packaging with intact manufacturer labels, and hardware must be separately packaged with accompanying installation instructions and tagged according to the approved Finish Hardware Schedule. The contract requires strict compliance with packaging, handling, and waste disposal protocols, including removal of all packaging materials to recycling facilities. The place of performance is specifically St. John’s, NL, and the contractor must complete all work within twelve weeks of notification of acceptance. A mandatory site visit on either May 27 or May 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM NDT is required for all bidders, who must present valid ID and wear full personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and high-visibility vests; failure to attend may affect bid consideration. Bids must be submitted electronically via email to NRC.BidReceiving-ReceptiondesSoumissions.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca no later than 2:00 PM EST on June 23, 2026, with a maximum file size of 10 MB; ZIP files and external links are prohibited. Proposals may be submitted in either English or French, and all required fields marked with a red asterisk must be completed. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bid, with no weighting applied to evaluation factors beyond price compliance. Contractors must hold a valid Business Number and submit completed declarations for reciprocal procurement, integrity, and legal authority. Insurance obligations are detailed in Annex C, requiring coverage from Canadian-licensed insurers, and contractors are responsible for all safety compliance under provincial and federal OSH regulations, including developing a Site Specific Safety Plan. The Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act applies, and the contractor must maintain complete and accurate financial and procurement records, accessible for audit during normal business hours. Upon award, Canada will evaluate performance using five weighted criteria—quality of work