Parks Canada Seeks Contractor for Triplex Staff Housing at Remote Alberta Ranch

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS (SI)This is the first stage (Stage one) of a two-stage competition: the first stage will evaluate the qualifications ofall bidders; second stage (Stage two) will invite the qualified bidders to provide further qualifications and a financial bid on the project based on the specifications and drawings.

Upon award of contract in Stage Two the pre-qualification list will expire and will not be used in any other solicitation.

The qualification list will expire within 180 days or upon award of a contract in Stage Two, whichever is earlier, and the prequalification list will not be used in any other solicitation.Parks Canada reserves the right to re-issue Stage One via a /B solicitation if it is determined there is insufficient competition to proceed with Stage Two.

Bidders that have qualified in Stage One /A will not be required to resubmit on the Stage One /B. Bidders that failed to demonstrate compliance on the Stage One /A may resubmit and will be considered in Stage One /B. Stage Two Bidders will be provided an INVITATION TO TENDER (ITT) for further qualifications and the financial evaluation in relation to the specifications and drawings.

Please note that the ITT used in Stage 2 of this process will be a Two-Envelope ITT with a technical evaluation component, an Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP), and a price evaluation component. The attached sample is only being provided for bidders to reference the General Conditions.LIST OF PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS:A list of pre-qualified bidders from Stage One will not be released.

Contract award notice of the successful bidder of Stage Two will be posted on http://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities REQUIREMENTParks Canada is seeking a Contractor for the construction of a new 250 m² triplex staff housing facility at Ya Ha Tinda Ranch, a nationally significant working horse ranch located approximately 85 km west of Sundre, Alberta.

The proposed building will enhance on-site accommodations for Parks Canada staff and Indigenous partners.

This project forms part of Parks Canada’s ongoing commitment to providing safe, sustainable, and inclusive infrastructure to support its operational workforce and strengthen Indigenous collaboration at this historic ranch.Ya Ha Tinda Ranch is generally reached by traveling west from Sundre along Coal Camp Road / Ya Ha Tinda Road, following the Red Deer River valley.

The final 50–60 kilometres consist of gravel forestry roads frequently used by ranching, forestry, and recreational traffic. These routes are generally well-graded but remain backcountry roads subject to variable surface conditions, limited cellular coverage, and seasonal challenges.

During spring thaw or periods of heavy rainfall, sections may soften or rut; in summer, dust and wash boarding are typical; and in autumn or winter, snow and ice can affect driveability.

This information is provided to help bidders understand the site’s remote nature since the bidders will be responsible for verifying all access and logistical considerations when preparing their submissions.The project consists of a wood-frame triplex with three self-contained residential units (six bedrooms total)—two standard units and one barrier-free unit.

Each unit will include kitchens, washrooms, living spaces, and storage, with shared mechanical and electrical systems located beneath the main floor. The design emphasizes energy efficiency, off-grid capability, and wildfire-resistant materials.

This is a straightforward, mid-scale construction project ideally suited to contractors experienced in delivering quality residential or staff accommodation builds in rural or semi-remote environments.The Ya Ha Tinda Ranch is an operational site with limited services, utilities, and staging space, requiring careful planning and coordination.

All materials, labour, and equipment must be transported via gravel access roads, and the Contractor and their subcontractors must be self-sufficient, capable of managing temporary power, site safety, and supply logistics in a remote setting.

To assist with bonding and insurance requirements, this project is estimated at a value between $2,500,001 > $5,000,000, Taxes extra.PARTNER WITH INDIGENOUS BUSINESSTo add your company name to the list of interested Indigenous businesses please contact the Contracting Officer, whose information is found in the Contact information tab.In Stage 2, bidders will be evaluated on their firm guarantee to use Indigenous sub-contractors for services or the procurement of supplies and equipment from Indigenous suppliers.

The list of interested Indigenous businesses for a specific tender opportunity does not replace or affect the processes in place for that opportunity. Businesses must still respond to bid solicitations and compete based on established bid criteria.The list is provided solely for the convenience of businesses.

Parks Canada does not:• offer any guarantee in that regard;• endorse businesses that are found on any lists;• take any responsibility for the re-use of the information by any organization or entity.PERIOD OF CONTRACT / DELIVERY DATEContractor shall perform and complete the Work no later than March 31, 2028.

ENQUIRIESAll enquiries of a technical and contractual nature are to be submitted to the Contracting Authority.Enquiries regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing and should be received no later than five (5) business days prior to the date set for solicitation closing to allow sufficient time to provide a response.

Enquiries received after that time may result in an answer NOT being provided.INFORMATIONNational Parks Regulations require that all work is to be performed in accordance with the ordinances, laws, rules and regulations set out in the National Park Act.Bidders that consider themselves qualified to provide this Work and intend to submit bids on this project should obtain documents from the Government Electronic Tendering Service through the Government of Canada tendering service at www.canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities.

Addenda, when issued, will be available from the Government of Canada tendering service. Bidders that elect to base their bids on documents obtained from other sources do so at their own risk. Late submissions will not be considered.The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

Parks Canada has made every effort to provide equivalent documents in both official languages, however, if you find any discrepancies between the English and French documents, please notify the contract officer listed in this opportunity as soon as possible so that we can rectify the situation.

Notice type: Invitation to Qualify Procurement method: Competitive - Open bidding Selection criteria: Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price Trade agreements: *Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) Regions of delivery: *Alberta Contact: Jen Maheu (jennifer.maheu@pc.gc.ca) (587) 432-8458