Boiler Stack Replacement – AAFC Summerland Research and Development Centre
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**Tender summary — Boiler Stack Replacement** Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) appears to be seeking a contractor to replace the common chimney system serving two natural-gas heating-water boilers at its Summerland Research and Development Centre in Summerland, British Columbia. **Main work described:** - Remove or replace the existing common chimney system. - Supply and install a new ULC-listed manufactured chimney, approximately 15 metres high. - Provide structural supports supplied or approved by the chimney manufacturer. - Complete the installation in accordance with CSA B149.1 requirements. - Install and flash a new roof thimble. - Install motorized flue dampers interlocked with the boiler controls. - Modify insulation in the boiler room. Each boiler is described as having an input rating of approximately 860 kW. The work is to be completed by **May 31, 2027**. **Bidding process:** This is a two-phase selection process. For Phase One, businesses are asked to submit only the qualifications and experience information specified in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). AAFC will assess those submissions before advising selected bidders about Phase Two, which is expected to involve pricing against the specifications and drawings. The Phase One submission deadline shown in the tender record is **September 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.**—the official ITT should be checked to confirm the applicable time zone and submission instructions. The tender lists Summerland, B.C. as the project location, while Regina, Saskatchewan appears to be the AAFC procurement or bid-receiving location. The exact submission method and requirements are in Section 3 of the ITT. **Potentially relevant businesses:** This opportunity may be relevant to firms experienced in commercial or institutional boiler exhaust systems, manufactured chimneys, mechanical construction, gas-fired boiler systems, structural supports, and CSA B149.1-compliant installations. The required qualifications, past-project experience, insurance, bonding, licensing, safety requirements, and other conditions must be confirmed from the solicitation documents. **Recommended next steps:** 1. Download and review the official Phase One ITT and all attachments. 2. Confirm the Phase One qualification criteria and required evidence of experience. 3. Verify the exact closing date, time, delivery method, and bid-receiving contact. 4. Monitor Canada Buys regularly for amendments, questions, and replies; AAFC states that amendments may not be sent directly to bidders. 5. Confirm whether a site visit, drawings, engineering information, or specialist subcontractors are required. The listed procurement contact is Natalie O’Neill at AAFC: [email protected], 306-807-8740. Businesses should verify all details in the official tender notice before deciding whether to submit or preparing a bid. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada.
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- The opportunity is open and appears to close on September 16, 2026 at 16:00. The official ITT should be checked for the applicable time zone and any amendment.
- This is a two-phase selection process. Phase One submissions are limited to the bidder qualifications and experience information requested in the ITT.
- Only bidders successful in Phase One will be invited to submit Phase Two financial information in response to the specifications and drawings. The Phase One and Phase Two submissions together form the final bid.
- Qualifications must be submitted only to the AAFC Bid Receiving Unit, by the date and time indicated on page 1 of the ITT, in accordance with Section 3 of the ITT.
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Title: Boiler Stack Replacement – AAFC Summerland Research and Development Centre Description: The Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Summerland Research and Development Centre located in Summerland, BC has a requirement for the replacement of existing common chimney system serving two NG-fired heating water boilers (860kW rated input each) with a new ULC-listed, manufactured chimney system (approx. 15m height), compliant with installation requirements of CSA B149.1 and including structural supports provided with chimney manufacturer. Associated work includes installation and flashing of new roof thimble, installation of motorized flue dampers interlocked to boiler control, and insulation modifications in boiler room.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 31, 2027. SOLICITATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO AAFC AT: See Section 3 of the ITT. 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 ITT. 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: Natalie O’Neill, Contracting Specialist Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Western Service Centre 300 – 2010 12th Avenue Regina, SK S4P 0M3Telephone: 306-807-8740 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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