Visitors Center Roof Replacement - Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-Fort Amherst National Historic Site
PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW: The project involves the replacement of the roof at the Visitors Center of the Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-Fort Amherst National Historic Site, located within Prince Edward Island National Park. The existing low-slope roof has reached the end of its service life and requires an insulat...
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5P468-26-0133/A Visitors Center Roof Replacement - Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-Fort Amherst National Historic Site BIDS RECEIVED BY FAX AND EMAIL WILL BE ACCEPTED AS OFFICIAL. PARKS CANADA IS NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING BIDS VIA SAP ARIBA, YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR BID VIA FAX OR EMAIL AS INDICATED IN THE SOLICITATION DOCUMENT. BIDS RECEIVED IN-PERSON OR BY COURIER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The only acceptable email address for responses to the bid solicitation is [email protected] . Bids submitted by email directly to the Contracting Authority or to any email address other than [email protected] will not be accepted. The only acceptable facsimile for responses to bid solicitations is1-855-983-1808. The maximum email file size that Parks Canada is capable of receiving is 15 megabytes. The Bidder is responsible for any failure attributable to the transmission or receipt of the emailed bid due to file size. The Bidder should be cognisant of the size of the email as a whole, and not only the attachments. Please take into consideration that some attachments, when sent, may be resized during the email transfer. If the email size is too large, the Bidder should send the bid in multiple emails properly labeled with the solicitation number, project name, and indicate how many emails are included (ex. 1 of 2). Emails with links to bid documents will not be accepted. Bid documents must be sent as email attachments. REQUIREMENT Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site is located within PEI National Park. The existing low-slope roof on the Visitors Center has reached the end of its service life and requires an insulation upgrade. The primary objective of this project is to install a high-performance, multi-ply Modified Bitumen roofing system on top of the existing. The new assembly must have an additional thermal continuous insulation value of R-34, enhance drainage, and ensure absolute protection of the building’s historic, cultural, and architectural integrity throughout construction. See statement of work for further details on the requirement of this project. To assist with bonding and insurance requirements, this project is estimated at a value between $100,001 > $ 250,000, Taxes extra. TWO-SUBMISSION BID This Bid shall be submitted following a “two-submission” procedure. Refer to SI04 of the Special Instructions to Bidders. CONTRACTOR SELECTION AND INDIGENOUS PARTICIPATION PLAN The Contractor should ensure provision of specific and agreed upon benefits for Indigenous People and Indigenous Businesses in the Area of the Contract. This Invitation to Tender contains bid criteria in order to provide socioeconomic benefits to Indigenous communities within the area covered by the contract. OPTIONAL SITE VISIT It is recommended that the Bidder or a representative of the Bidder visit the work site. Arrangements have been made for the site visit to be held at 191 Hache Gallant Dr, Rocky Point, PE, C0A 1H2 on August 12, 2026. The site visit will begin at 10:00 AM ADT. Bidders must communicate with the Contracting Authority to confirm attendance and provide the name(s) of the person(s) who will attend. Bidders will be requested to sign an attendance sheet. No alternative appointment will be given to bidders who do not attend or do not send a representative. Bidders who do not participate in the visit will not be precluded from submitting a bid. Any clarifications or changes to the bid solicitation resulting from the site visit will be included as an amendment to the bid solicitation. ENQUIRIES All 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. INFORMATION National 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 http://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.
Additional Information
Amendment Number
000
Contact Info City
Quebec
Contact Country
Canada
Contact Info Email
Contact Info Name
Annik Piché
Contact Info Postal Code
G1R 3Z8
Contact Info Province
Québec
Contracting Entity Name
Parks Canada Agency (PC)
Created
August 5, 2026
Is Public
true
Organization Address City
Québec
Organization Country
Canada
Organization Address Line
3 Passage du Chien d'Or
Organization Address Postal Code
G1R 3Z8
Organization Address Province
Québec
Procurement Category
*CNST
Procurement Method
Competitive - Traditional
Reference Number
cb-673-31495565
Regions Of Delivery
*Prince Edward Island *Canada
Regions Of Opportunity
*Canada
Selection Criteria
Variations or combinations of the above methods
Source
canadabuys
Source Record ID
cb-673-31495565_000
Source System
canadabuys
Status
open
Status En
Open
Summary Updated At
August 5, 2026
Tender Closing Date
August 18, 2026
Last Updated
August 5, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the proposal submission deadline?
The proposal submission deadline is August 18, 2026 (13 days left).
Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?
You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at the official source:
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The project involves the replacement of the roof at the Visitors Center of the Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-Fort Amherst National Historic Site, located within Prince Edward Island National Park. The existing low-slope roof has reached the end of its service life and requires an insulation upgrade. The primary objective is to install a high-performance, multi-ply Modified Bitumen roofing system that enhances thermal insulation (R-34), improves drainage, and protects the building's historic and architectural integrity during construction.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Parks Canada Agency (PC)
Location: Québec, Québec, Canada
Primary Contact: Annik Piché
Email: [email protected]
KEY DATES:
- Posted Date: August 4, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: August 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM ADT
- Optional Site Visit: August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM ADT
- Performance Period: Completion required by October 30, 2026
CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is implied to be a firm-fixed-price contract. The estimated contract value ranges from $100,001 to $250,000, exclusive of taxes. There are no option years mentioned.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
- Bidders must submit proposals via fax or email to the specified addresses; submissions in person or by courier will not be accepted.
- Bids must comply with National Parks Regulations and must be submitted in either official language of Canada.
- Bidders must ensure the inclusion of specific benefits for Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Businesses as part of their proposal.
- Participation in the optional site visit is recommended, and bidders must confirm attendance in advance.
- Late submissions will not be considered.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate expertise in roofing installation, specifically with multi-ply Modified Bitumen systems. Knowledge of insulation standards and the ability to maintain the historical integrity of buildings during renovations is essential.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the installation of the new roofing system with specified insulation and drainage improvements. Performance metrics will likely include adherence to the project timeline and compliance with historical preservation standards, although specific metrics are not detailed in the RFP.
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that include technical approach, past performance, and price. The exact weighting of these factors is not specified, but the inclusion of socioeconomic benefits for Indigenous communities will be a significant consideration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with prior experience in similar historic preservation projects or those holding relevant certifications in roofing or construction management may have a competitive advantage. Experience working with Indigenous communities or businesses may also be viewed favorably.
This summary provides a comprehensive overview for potential bidders to assess their fit for the project based on the outlined requirements and criteria.
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