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MDB - Design and Construct Mess, Dining and Accommodations (MDA)

Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada
MERX Posted: April 24, 2026

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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is seeking proposals from qualified Design-Build Teams to design and construct a Mess, Dining, and Accommodations (MDA) facility at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Bagotville, Quebec. The project aims to fulfill the core need for improved dining and accommodation facilities for military personnel. The estimated budget for this opportunity is approximately CAD 129.3 million, and the project will follow a modified design-build approach.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

  • Organization: Defence Construction Canada (DCC)
  • Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • Primary Contact: Ghassane Ouazri
  • Email: [email protected]

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

  • Security Clearance: A valid Designated Organization Screening (DOS) issued by the Contract Security Program (CSP) within Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC).
  • Certifications: Compliance with Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), and World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA).
  • Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted through the MERX Electronic Bidding System.
  • Communication: Questions must be directed exclusively to the designated point of contact; inquiries to others may lead to disqualification.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should demonstrate expertise in the following areas:

  • Design and construction of military or institutional facilities.
  • Sustainable design practices, as indicated by the need for Lead and Senior Sustainable Designers.
  • Engineering disciplines including structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

  • Complete design and construction of the MDA facility.
  • Compliance with all security and regulatory requirements.
  • Adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following factors:

  • Technical approach and methodology.
  • Past performance and experience in similar projects.
  • Price competitiveness.
    The evaluation will likely follow a best-value approach, emphasizing both technical merit and cost.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, the following qualifications may enhance a bidder's competitiveness:

  • Experience with similar military or government projects.
  • Additional certifications in sustainable building practices.
  • Strong project management capabilities, particularly in large-scale construction.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders to assess their fit for the project.

Due Date
June 3, 2026
(Overdue)
Solicitation #
HQ001262_83508

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DEFENCE CONSTRUCTION CANADA (DCC) is requesting Proposals from Design-Build Teams to design and construct a mess, dining and accommodation (MDA) at the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Bagotville, Quebec following a modified design-build approach. Additional details are provided in the Request for Proposals (RFP) documents. The estimated cost for this opportunity is in the range of $129.3M. Firms that consider themselves qualified to provide these services are invited to submit their proposals through the MERX Electronic Bidding System on or before the closing date and time indicated on the Electronic Bidding System. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the requirements set out in the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), Chapter Nineteen of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA). The selected contractor shall hold a valid Designated Organization Screening (DOS), issued by the Contract Security Program (CSP) within Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). Details concerning the Security Requirements for this project are identified in Amendment No. 1 to the tender documents. Questions regarding this solicitation shall be directed ONLY to the point of contact identified in this advertisement. Bidders who address their questions to anyone other than the point of contact during the solicitation period may, for that reason alone, be disqualified. Bidders can obtain contract award results from the DCC website at https://www.dcc-cdc.gc.ca/industry/contract-activity. DCC now publicly discloses information on payments made to prime contractors so that subcontractors know when they can expect payment. Information on payments made in the past 90 days on construction contracts over $100,000, as well as further information regarding DCC’s prompt payment commitment, can be obtained from the DCC website at https://www.dcc-cdc.gc.ca/industry/contract-activity. code : 1.01description : Lead Architect Architecte principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.02description : Senior Architect Architecte séniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.03description : Intermediate Architect Architecte intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.04description : Lead Sustainable Designer Spécialiste principal en conception durableunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.05description : Senior Sustainable Designer Spécialiste sénior en conception durableunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.06description : Intermediate Sustainable Designer Spécialiste intermédiaire en conception durableunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.07description : Lead Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.08description : Senior Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure séniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.09description : Intermediate Structural Engineer Ingénieur en structure intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.1description : Lead Mechanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.11description : Senior Menchanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique séniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.12description : Intermediate Mechanical Engineer Ingénieur mécanique intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.13description : Lead Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.14description : Senior Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique séniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.15description : Intermediate Electrical Engineer Ingénieur électrique intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.16description : Lead Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal principalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.17description : Senior Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal séniorunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.18description : Intermediate Civil or Municipal Engineer Ingénieur civil ou municipal intermédiaireunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.19description : Lead Energy Specialist Spécialiste principal en énergieunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.2description : Lead Commissioning Manager or Commissioning Agent Gestionnaire principal de la mise en service ou agent de mise en serviceunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.21description : Kitchen/Food Services Specialist Spécialiste de cuisine / services alimentairesunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.22description : Senior Architectural or Engineering Technologists/Technician/Draftsperson Technologue, technicien, ou dessinateur sénior en architecture ou en génieunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.23description : Intermediate Architectural or Engineering Technologists/Technician/Draftsperson Technologue, technicien, ou dessinateur intermédiaire en architecture ou en génieunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.24description : Project Manager Gestionnaire de projetunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.25description : Superintendent SurintendantunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.26description : Indigenous Relations Coordinator Coordonnateur des relations avec les AutochtonesunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 1.27description : Total Classification Rate Taux Horaire Pondéré TotalunitOfMeasure : Hourly Ratecode : 2description : Maximum Upset Fee for the Contract Award Scope of Services Honoraire maximum pour l’étendue des services visés par l’attribution du contratunitOfMeasure : Dollarcode : 3.01description : Maximum Upset Unit Travel Rate to CFB Bagotville, Quebec Coût unitaire de déplacement maximum vers BFC Bagotville, QuébecunitOfMeasure : Tripcode : 3.02description : Estimated Cost of Travel for the Contract Award Scope of Services Coût de déplacement estimatif pour l’étendue des services visés par l’attribution du contratunitOfMeasure : Dollarcode : 4description : Disbursement Rate Taux des déboursratioType : BOTHunitOfMeasure : Percentcode : 5description : Design-Builder Mark-Up Allowance Allocation majorée du concepteur-constructeurratioType : MARKUPunitOfMeasure : Percentcode : 6costAllowancePrice : 25000.00description : Prime Cost Allowance for living expenses while at the Place of Work for the Contract Award Scope of Services. Allocation budgétaire pour frais de subsistance pendant le séjour à l’Emplacement des travaux pour l’étendue des services visés par l’attribution du contrat.quantity : 1Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.

Additional Information

Source

canadabuys

Status

closed

Procurement Method

Competitive - Open bidding

Procurement Category

Construction

Reference Number

MX-443985748401

Amendment Number

001

Contracting Entity

Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada

Contact Name

Ghassane Ouazri

Contact Email

Contact Phone

+13435984117

Organization City

Ottawa

Organization Province / State

Ontario

Organization Country

Canada

Last Updated

June 3, 2026

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