MARINE SALVAGE, RECOVERY AND TRANSPORTATION OF SUNKEN VESSEL
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## Tender summary The RCMP is seeking a contractor to recover a sunken vessel in or around Surrey, British Columbia. The work appears to include: - Rigging and lifting the vessel - Salvage and recovery operations - Stabilizing the vessel - Transporting it - Delivering it to a location selected by the RCMP The anticipated contract period is two months, with an expected start date of November 1, 2026. The tender is open only to Canadian suppliers, and proposals will be evaluated using the lowest-priced compliant proposal method. ## Key details - **Buyer:** Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), “E” Division - **Location:** Surrey, British Columbia; broader work location listed as Canada - **Closing date:** October 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. - **Submission method:** Email to **[email protected]** - **Submission language:** English or French - **Contract term:** Approximately two months - **Procurement conditions:** Subject to the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement and federal supplier integrity requirements ## Potentially relevant businesses This opportunity appears potentially relevant to Canadian marine salvage, diving, heavy lifting, marine towing, vessel transport, crane, rigging, and recovery contractors. Businesses may need access to suitable equipment, personnel, safety procedures, transportation capacity, and experience handling sunken or damaged vessels. The attached tender documents should be reviewed for any mandatory technical, insurance, licensing, safety, or past-performance requirements. ## Important next steps 1. Download and review the official tender document. 2. Confirm the precise work site, vessel details, required equipment, delivery location, schedule, and site conditions. 3. Check all mandatory submission requirements and pricing instructions. 4. Monitor the Canada Buys tender notice for amendments, questions, and official responses; amendments may not be sent directly to bidders. 5. Submit the proposal exactly as instructed before the stated deadline. This summary is based on the information provided and does not determine whether any particular business is eligible or able to perform the work. Verify all requirements, deadlines, amendments, and submission instructions in the official notice before bidding: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/108714/en_202703073_marine-salvage%2C-recovery-and-transportation-of-sunken-vessel.pdf
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- The supplier must be capable of performing the rigging, lifting, recovery, stabilization, transportation, and delivery of a sunken vessel to a location designated by the RCMP.
- The contract period is two months from the date of contract. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2026.
- The solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers.
- Bids must be submitted by email to [email protected].
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Description: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) requires the services of Contractor capable of conducting the rigging, lifting, recovery, stabilization, transportation and delivery of a vessel to a location designated by the RCMP. The contract period will be for two months from the date of contract. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2026.Policy on Reciprocal Procurement: This solicitation of bids is open only to Canadian suppliers. This procurement is subject to the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement.Basis of selection: Lowest Priced Compliant Proposal Tenders must be submitted by email to: [email protected] Refer to the attached tender 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: RCMP “E” Division [email protected] 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/tender-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. The RCMP has adopted the Ineligibility and Suspension Policy administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the supplier integrity and compliance provisions are being applied in RCMP contracting activities as outlined in this solicitation.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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