Confined Spaces Assessment

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is seeking proposals for a comprehensive assessment of confined spaces within its operations in accordance with the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (COHSR), Part XI – Confined Spaces. The primary objective is to review identified confined and potentially confined spaces, determine which meet the definition of a confined space, and assess any that qualify as hazardous. This initiative is aimed at ensuring the health and safety of NCC employees working in these environments.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the National Capital Commission (NCC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFP is Nancy Chalhoub, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Confined Space Entry Training: Vendors must possess training based on the CSA Standard for confined space entry and rescue.
• Bilingual Personnel: At least one Key Personnel must be bilingual in both English and French.
• Security Clearance: Personnel must obtain a security level of SECRET as determined by NCC Corporate Security.
• Experience: Bidders should demonstrate relevant experience in conducting hazard assessments for confined spaces.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders must demonstrate expertise in:

• Conducting risk or hazard assessments for confined spaces.
• Understanding of COHSR and relevant federal standards.
• Ability to assess confined spaces without necessarily requiring entry, unless deemed necessary.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• A comprehensive report detailing the assessment of confined spaces.
• Recommendations for managing risks associated with identified confined spaces.
• Compliance with all safety and health regulations as outlined in the RFP.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined score of technical merit and pricing. The NCC reserves the right to negotiate with the successful bidder and/or all bidders. The highest combined score will determine the award.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, the following qualifications may provide a competitive advantage:

• Previous experience working with government agencies or similar organizations.
• Additional certifications related to occupational health and safety.
• Proven track record of successful confined space assessments.

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