Water and Wastewater Audits - Alberta / British Columbia

DESCRIPTION: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) requires a Consulting Firm to conduct a wastewater audit, water system survey and cross connection control evaluation at seven of AAFC’s Research and Development Centres in Alberta and British Columbia. The study will be conducted to determine whether the facilities are in compliance with local municipal bylaws and applicable federal and provincial bylaws, regulations and guidelines. The overall intent of the project is to demonstrate AAFC’s due diligence for wastewater and potable water system compliance, and to address any deficiencies in the systems. To accomplish this, a comprehensive inspection and evaluation of the potable water and wastewater systems is required. Recommended actions will form the development of a strategy to address deficiencies found on a risk basis approach. In addition to investigating the potable water and wastewater systems, AAFC wishes to study options for water conservation at the facilities. The period of the Contract is from the date of contract to March 31, 2025 with an irrevocable option to extend the term of the Contract by up to two (2) additional one-year periods. The work is proposed as follows: Year 1 - sites in Lacombe and Beaverlodge, Alberta Year 2 - sites in Lethbridge and Vauxhall, Alberta *Optional Services Year 3 - sites in Agassiz, Summerland and Abbotsford, British Columbia *Optional Services 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 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: Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price The bid solicitation contains mandatory and point-rated technical evaluation criteria. The responsive bid with the highest combined rating of technical merit and 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 2 entitled Bidder Instructions, and Part 3 entitled Bid Preparation Instructions of the bid solicitation, for 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: Melissa Smith, Contracting Specialist Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Western Service Centre 300 – 2010 12th Avenue Regina, SK S4P 0M3 Telephone: 306-515-4796 E-mail address: melissa.smith3@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.