Marine Atlantic - North Sydney, Nova Scotia
Marine Atlantic appears to be seeking a shipyard or suitably experienced marine-services supplier for drydocking and refit work on the M.V. Highlanders. The work may include drydocking, vessel inspections, mechanical and electrical maintenance, structural repairs, coating and preservation, safety-equipment servicing, project coordination, shipyard facilities and equipment, labour, and related classification and regulatory certification activities. The vessel is expected to be out of service between April 7 and May 31, 2027, in North Sydney, Nova Scotia. This opportunity may be relevant to businesses with suitable shipyard capacity, marine repair expertise, qualified personnel, equipment, and the ability to complete the work within that period.Important: the tender data shows a closing time of October 5, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., while the description states September 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Atlantic Time. This discrepancy must be confirmed in the official tender documents before preparing or submitting a proposal. The notice states that proposals must be submitted electronically through MERX EBS; email, fax, and other submission methods will not be accepted. MERX fees may apply. Marine Atlantic may accept all or part of a proposal, and the lowest-priced proposal—or any proposal—will not necessarily be accepted. Review the complete official MERX notice, including specifications, mandatory requirements, insurance, certifications, scheduling, pricing instructions, and evaluation criteria. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or Marine Atlantic, and this summary is not a determination that your business qualifies. Verify all details with the official tender notice before submitting a bid.
