Transportation Services from Thompson to Split Lake in Northern Manitoba

SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY: TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FROM THOMPSON TO SPLIT LAKE

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

• What is being procured/granted? Reliable roundtrip transportation services for Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) employees.
• Project scope and objectives: Transport employees from Thompson Airport to Split Lake Nursing Station, handling scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency trips.
• Contract type and estimated value: 3-year contract (with two optional one-year extensions) valued at approximately $627,141.75 (excluding taxes).

BUYER INFORMATION:

• Issuing organization: Department of Indigenous Services Canada (Indigenous Services Canada).
• Contact details: Karen Mezher, [email protected]
• Important dates:
  • Posted: December 2, 2025
  • Due for statements of capabilities: December 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST
  • Performance Period: Until March 31, 2029 (with options to extend).

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required certifications/registrations:
  • Licensed to transport passengers in Manitoba.
• Mandatory qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in passenger transportation/shuttle/taxi service in Northern remote communities.
  • Must comply with all relevant transportation regulations, labor laws, and health and safety standards.
  • Must have general commercial liability and automobile insurance.
  • Drivers must possess a Class 4 Driver’s License or higher.
• Geographic restrictions or location requirements: Services required within Northern Manitoba.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Key technical capabilities needed:
  • Ability to provide reliable shuttle services on a fixed schedule and manage emergency or unscheduled transport efficiently.
  • Provision of at least one dedicated vehicle and backup vehicle, suitable for various road conditions and capable of accommodating 1-3 passengers.
• Deliverables and performance standards:
  • Consistent vehicle maintenance, cleanliness, and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Establishment of communications methods with drivers.
• Evaluation criteria: Capability must be clearly demonstrated in the statements of capabilities, meeting all specifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience providing emergency transportation services.
  • Use of clean and energy-efficient vehicles.
• Additional evaluation factors that provide competitive advantage:
  • Maintaining a high level of vehicle cleanliness and safety standards.

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