Structural Stabilization of the Train Station OMC

The County of Lambton, under the Government of Canada, has issued a solicitation for the structural stabilization of the historic Oil Springs Railway Station, originally built in 1885, located at 2423 Kelly Road, Oil Springs, Ontario. The project involves in-situ stabilization using helical piles to mitigate settlement and enhance foundational support, without relocating the building. The scope includes disconnecting the structure from existing concrete piers, removing and reinstating floor boards, trim, pest shields, and decking, followed by full site restoration and clean-up. All work must adhere to structural drawings prepared by John G. Cooke & Associates Ltd., Project No. 26002, and comply with technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. Bidders are required to submit a Domestic Supply Chain Plan demonstrating that at least 51% of the total project value derives from Ontario-made or Canadian-made goods and services, a mandatory eligibility criterion whose non-compliance results in automatic rejection. Additionally, mandatory submissions include a completed Contractor Safety Questionnaire, Contractor Sign Off form, and adherence to the County’s Safety Policy. The solicitation closes on August 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST via electronic submission only, with the time of receipt determined by the system’s web clock. The contract imposes strict compliance requirements related to labor, safety, and insurance. Bidders must uphold the Workplace Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Act, providing a current WSIB certificate at contract signing and updating it every 60 days; failure to do so may result in termination. Comprehensive General Liability insurance of at least $5 million per claim and Automobile Liability insurance of at least $3 million are required. All operations must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with Sunday and statutory holiday work prohibited without written supervisor approval. Invoicing must follow general accounting principles, include itemized details and supporting documentation, and comply with the County’s Tangible Capital Asset Policy, which mandates a 10% construction lien holdback on all payments. Payment terms are Net 30 days, with Electronic Funds Transfer preferred. Bidders must also certify compliance with Ontario’s Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, confirm no unresolved litigation with the County, and ensure all submitted information is accurate and complete. The County retains ownership of all tender submissions and handles all information in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy