Beaverlodge Cross Connection Control Implementation Project
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AAFC is seeking contractors for a cross-connection control project at its Beaverlodge Research Farm in Alberta. The work appears to involve installing approximately 35 backflow-prevention devices across 10 occupied buildings, including reduced-pressure assemblies, vacuum breakers, air gaps, check valves, mixing valves and related equipment. Plumbing modifications may be required to meet applicable codes, specifications and municipal requirements. The site will remain operational during construction, so bidders should be prepared for phased work, careful scheduling and coordinated water shut-downs with AAFC maintenance and research staff. Trades personnel will need to obtain Reliability Status security clearance before working on the property. The work is expected to be completed by May 3, 2027. This is a two-phase procurement. The initial submission is a qualification and experience package only. AAFC will assess Phase One submissions and invite successful bidders to Phase Two, which will address pricing and the detailed specifications and drawings. The final bid will combine the applicable Phase One and Phase Two submissions. Submissions must follow the instructions in Section 3 of the Invitation to Qualify and be sent to AAFC’s Bid Receiving Unit. The listed closing date is November 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.; however, bidders should confirm the exact deadline, time zone and submission instructions in the official Invitation to Qualify. The notice states that this solicitation cancels and supersedes an earlier solicitation, WSC-2627-149. The location data appears inconsistent because the project is described as being in Beaverlodge, Alberta, while the record lists Saskatchewan/Regina; verify the official documents for the correct work location and contracting details. This opportunity may be relevant to businesses with commercial or institutional plumbing, backflow-prevention and construction experience, as well as the capacity to work in occupied facilities and meet federal security and procurement requirements. The notice indicates that documents may be submitted in either official language. Businesses should review the complete solicitation and drawings, monitor the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) for amendments and answers, and independently verify all requirements before submitting a bid. This summary does not determine whether a business qualifies.
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- The solicitation appears to require a two-phase submission process: Phase One covers bidder qualifications and experience; only bidders advancing from Phase One will receive the Phase Two invitation for financial evaluation against the specifications and drawings.
- Phase One submissions should include only the information requested in the Invitation to Qualify. Phase One evaluation will be based only on the requested Phase One information.
- Qualifications must be submitted to the AAFC Bid Receiving Unit using the submission instructions in Section 3 of the Invitation to Qualify, by the date and time shown on page 1 of that document.
- The tender closing time shown in the notice is November 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The official Invitation to Qualify should be checked to confirm the applicable Phase One deadline and time zone.
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This bid solicitation cancels and supersedes previous bid solicitation number WSC-2627-149 dated October 9, 2026 with a closing of October 28, 2026 at 11 AM CST.Description: The objective of this project is to ensure the potable water supply at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is safe and in compliance with applicable codes and guidelines, and municipal bylaws. This project will see the implementation of recommendations from a cross connection control evaluation completed in 2025 at the Beaverlodge Research Farm located at PO BOX 29, 100038 TOWNSHIP ROAD 720, COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE, Beaverlodge, Alberta, T0H 0C0. There are approximately 35 backflow preventers to be installed in 10 buildings. Backflow preventors include 14 reduced pressure principle assemblies, 3 atmospheric vacuum breakers, 3 air gaps, 1 duel check valve assembly, 9 hose connection vacuum breakers, 3 mixing valves and 1 pressure vacuum breaker. Plumbing rearrangements may be necessary for installation, code compliance, and for implementation of drawing and specification requirements. The site will be fully occupied throughout construction. In order to minimize disruption to operations, construction will need to take into consideration the use and occupancy of the adjacent areas and incorporate phasing and scheduling activities to suit. Water shut downs will need to be coordinated with site maintenance and research staff to ensure as little disruption to the operations as possible. The work will be conducted on AAFC property and will require trades staff to obtain a reliability status security clearance prior to being on site for the work.Basis of selection: This is a two phase selection process. Bidders responding to this ITT are to submit in two phases. Phase One qualification covers only the qualifications and experience of the Bidders. Following the evaluation of Phase One submissions, Bidders will be advised of the result of the assessment of their submission and the status of the Phase Two tender. Phase Two Bidders will be provided an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the financial evaluation in relation to the specifications and drawings. A combination of the Phase One and Phase Two submissions constitutes the final bid. Initially, Bidders are invited to submit their qualifications in the first phase of the selection procedure. Only the Phase One information asked for in the ITT is to be included in Phase One submissions, and evaluation of Phase One submissions will be carried out only on the Phase One information requested.Construction Time: The Contractor must perform and complete the Work by May 3, 2027. SOLICITATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO AAFC AT: See Section 3 of the Invitation to Qualify. Qualifications must be submitted only to the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Bid Receiving Unit by the date and time indicated on page 1 of the Invitation to Qualify. Refer to the attached solicitation documents to obtain 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, Procurement Specialist Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Western Service Centre 300 – 2010 12th Avenue Regina, SK S4P 0M3Telephone: 306-515-4796 E-mail address: [email protected] 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.
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