Reverse Osmosis System Replacement – AAFC Summerland Research and Development Centre
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This appears to be an open Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada construction opportunity to replace the existing centralized reverse osmosis systems at the Summerland Research and Development Centre in Summerland, British Columbia. The planned work potentially includes installing a new Type II deionized-water purification system, replacing approximately 50 mm water-supply piping with 40 mm piping, reconnecting existing piping, and completing related electrical and ancillary work. This procurement uses a two-phase process. For Phase One, businesses are asked to submit only the qualifications and experience information specified in the ITT. AAFC will evaluate those submissions and advise selected bidders about Phase Two, which will address the technical specifications, drawings, and financial submission. The final bid will consist of the applicable Phase One and Phase Two submissions. The stated closing time is November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The work is expected to be completed by March 31, 2027. The tender lists Summerland, BC as the project location, while the procurement office and bid-receiving address are in Regina, Saskatchewan; confirm the exact submission method and deadline in Section 3 of the ITT. The tender documents indicate that submissions may be made in either official language. Businesses should review the full ITT, specifications, drawings, and Addendum No. 1 to confirm required experience, licensing, bonding, insurance, electrical and water-system requirements, submission format, and any site-visit or other conditions. This summary does not determine whether your business qualifies. Verify the official solicitation and check the Canada Buys tender page regularly for amendments, since the government states that updates will be posted there and may not be sent directly to bidders.
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- The work appears to involve replacing the existing centralized reverse osmosis systems at AAFC’s Summerland Research and Development Centre in Summerland, British Columbia, with a new Type II deionization water purification system.
- The scope appears to include replacing 50 mm supply-water piping with 40 mm piping, reconnecting to existing piping, making good the work, and completing associated electrical and ancillary work.
- This is a two-phase selection process. Phase One submissions are limited to the bidder’s qualifications and experience information requested in the ITT.
- Only bidders advancing from Phase One will be invited to submit Phase Two information for financial evaluation against the specifications and drawings. The Phase One and Phase Two submissions together form the final bid.
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Title: Reverse Osmosis System 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 the existing centralized Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems with a new Type II Deionization water purification system. In addition to replacement of the systems, the project includes replacing 50mm supply water piping with 40mm piping and reconnection to existing piping to make good the work, as well as all electrical and ancillary work to support the new installation.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 March 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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