Trade Agreement: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid
Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest/Lower Bid
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Nature of Requirements: 

CCGS Private Robertson VC - Drydocking & Refit

The Canadian Coast Guard has a requirement for the drydocking and refit of the Canadian Coast Guard Ship CCGS Private Robertson VC, including engine replacement, in accordance with the Statement of Work and technical specifications detailed in Annex A of the bid solicitation, and to carry out Unscheduled Work authorized by the Contracting Authority.

Work Period
Work must commence and be completed as follows:
Commence: July 5, 2021;
Complete: December 10, 2021.
By submitting a bid, the Bidder certifies that it has sufficient material and human resources allocated or available and that the above work period is adequate to both complete the known work and absorb a reasonable amount of unscheduled work.

Sourcing Strategy
The sourcing strategy related to this procurement will be limited to suppliers in the Area of Origin of the vessel (Western Canada), in accordance with the PWGSC Supply Manual Article 3.170.10(b). This procurement is subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. 

Optional Vessel Viewing
It is recommended that Bidders who intend to submit a bid participate in a vessel viewing.
With extended health and safety protocols in place, vessel viewings will be conducted one Bidder at a time during scheduled appointments on May 27, May 28, May 30, May 31, June 1, June 2, and June 3, 2021 at the Institute of Ocean Sciences near Sidney, BC. 
Bidders should submit their appointment request by emailing the Contracting Authority the name(s) of the planned participants by 11:59 a.m. (PDT) on May 26, 2021.
Appointments will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. 

Optional Bidders' Conference
The scope of the requirement outlined in the bid solicitation will be reviewed during the Bidders' Conference and questions will be answered.
It is recommended that Bidders who intend to submit a bid participate in the Bidders' Conference.
The Bidders' Conference will be held online and/or teleconference at 11:00 a.m. (PDT) on June 4, 2021. Registered participants will be provided details. 
Bidders are requested to register the individuals who will be participating in the Bidders' Conference by e-mailing the Contracting Authority. The Bidders' Conference will be cancelled if no Bidders register by 3:00 p.m. (PDT) on June 3, 2021.


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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS RE. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Due to the impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary measures are being taken on-site at the Pacific Region Bid Receiving Unit to encourage social distancing. The health and safety of staff and suppliers remains our top priority. 
Suppliers are required to submit bids electronically using the Canada Post epost Connect application for the subject bid solicitation. This service allows suppliers to submit bids, offers and arrangements electronically to PWGSC Bid Receiving Units. This online service enables the electronic transfer of large files up to Protected B level.
To use epost Connect to submit your bid, or to get more information on its use, please send an email to the Pacific Region Bid Receiving Unit's generic address at TPSGC.RPReceptiondessoumissions-PRBidReceiving.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca
Bids will not be accepted if emailed directly to this email address.
Faxed and hard copy (submitted in person or via mail/courier) bids will not be accepted for the subject bid solicitation.
Given current circumstances and network limitations, some active procurements may be delayed. To stay up to date on the status of specific procurements, please consult BuyAndSell.gc.ca.

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Preliminary Notification
Pending the completion of the bid evaluation process, each Bidder will be notified of its preliminary ranking within 5 working days of the solicitation closing date. The notification will be made by email by the Contracting Authority.

Debriefings
Bidders may request a debriefing on the results of the bid solicitation process. Bidders should make the request to the Contracting Authority within 15 working days of receipt of the results of the bid solicitation process. The debriefing may be in writing, by telephone or in person. 

This PWGSC office provides procurement services to the public in English.

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.