DFO Emergency Traffic Control - Twillingate, NL

Trade Agreement: NONE
Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid
Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest/Lower Bid
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Nature of Requirements: 

DFO Emergency Traffic Control - Twillingate, NL
EA003-221812/A

Contact Name: Alexandria Dwyer
Telephone: 709-330-6330
Fax:  709-772-4603
Email:  Alexandria.Dwyer@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca 


Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has a requirement, on behalf of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for emergency traffic control in Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador. The scope of work for this project consists of the supply and installation of two solar-powered, pole-mounted traffic control lights and all supplemental equipment to provide a functional traffic system.

In general, work under this contract will consist of, but will not necessarily be limited to, the following: 

1.   Supply and installation of two concrete base foundations c/w required reinforcement and base-plate anchoring. Contractor responsible for providing shop drawings of the pole bases stamped and signed by a Professional Engineer Registered in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

2.   Supply and installation of two traffic poles and Davit arms c/w solar powered traffic controllers and LED traffic beacons. Contractor responsible for providing shop drawings of the pole and davit arm
stamped and signed by a Professional Engineer Registered in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

3.   Remote post-mounted traffic light activation buttons, including supply and install of new pressure-treated post and associated trenching for wired communication.

4.   Supply and installation of painted street markings.

5.   Supply and installation of required street signage. Including supply and install of post indicated on drawings.

6.   Development of Traffic Control Plan. Subject to review and approval of the Newfoundland Department of Transportation and Infrastructure prior to start of work. Plan is to be submitted no later than two-weeks prior to commencing work.

7.   Coordination of work with local, provincial, and federal AHJ’s.

8.   Repair/replace all damage to adjacent surfaces, caused by work under this contract.


FAMILIARIZATION WITH SITE

Prior to submitting a bid, it is recommended that bidders visit the site to review existing conditions and determine materials needed, the means of access, and the temporary facilities required to perform the work.   Any omissions from the contractor’s bid as a result of not performing a site visit shall not be considered valid for additions to contract amount. 

Obtain prior permission from the Departmental Representative before carrying out a site inspection. 

Bidders must refer to R2710T (2021-04-01) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS - CONSTRUCTION SERVICES for the Integrity Provisions applicable to this requirement.

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Bids will be received in English, or French, at:  Public Works and Government Services Canada, Bid Receiving Unit, 10 Barter's Hill, P.O. Box 4600, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 5T2.

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GSIN: 5164CA

The estimated value for this opportunity is in the range of $100,000 and below.

Bid Security is a requirement for this tender. 

Delivery Date Required: Ten (10) weeks after award of contract. 

For any inquiries, please contact the Contracting Authority via telephone at (709) 330-6330 or via e-mail at Alexandria.Dwyer@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca

Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.