INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) is asking interested parties to provide information for a potential lease of space that meets the following criteria:­­­

Section A: Lease Components

• a lease term of approximately fifteen (15) years, commencing on or about October 1, 2021, plus an option to extend the lease for one (1) additional period of five (5) years;

• approximately 204 usable square metres (um²) of contiguous office space, 1,166 um² of contiguous warehouse space, and 1,500 um² of contiguous, fenced compound space;

• the proposed space must be available approximately fifty-two (52) weeks prior to the above-noted lease commencement date so all space(s) may be prepared for occupancy;

•  the proposed space should satisfy or be capable of satisfying the following criteria:

1. the offered space must be contiguous and on one floor;

2. the entrance to the compound space must be through a secure gate;

3. the warehouse space must have two (2) grade level overhead doors, each having a minimum size of 3658mm X 3658mm (12’ X 12’);

4. the warehouse space must be heated;

5. the warehouse must have one 220V receptacle;

6. the proposed space must have all basic utilities, including telecommunications, water, sewer, gas and electricity;

7. the physical characteristics of the lands and the building and the area and environment surrounding it, including neighbouring land uses, shall be compatible with the Lessee’s intended use of the accommodation;

8. The dimensions of the proposed space must be compatible for efficient design and use;

• the proposed space must be located in the city of Yellowknife, NT and in close proximity to the Yellowknife Airport;

• on or before the lease commencement date, the proposed space will have to comply with all requirements contained in PWGSC’s Standards for Leased Accommodation, a copy of which may be obtained from the contact listed in Section F;

  Note: PWGSC may wish to visit or inspect the proposed space upon reasonable notice and a threat and risk assessment may be undertaken in order to assess potential threats to the security of the proposed space and to the public