Stage 2 - Sinclair Canyon Retaining Wall, Bridge & Rock Tunnel Rehabilitation, Kootenay National Park

Opportunity Summary

Title: Stage 2 - Sinclair Canyon Retaining Wall, Bridge & Rock Tunnel Rehabilitation

Issuing Organization: Parks Canada Agency (PC)
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Contact: Alison Guilford ([email protected])

Project Scope and Objectives:
Parks Canada requires a contractor for rehabilitation work within Sinclair Canyon, located along Highway 93S in Kootenay National Park. The project consists of three main work packages:

1. Strengthening of a 72m long by 4-5m high existing bin wall, including micropiling, rock anchoring, cast-in-place concrete, and shotcrete application, along with reinstatement of the road and street furniture.
2. Rehabilitation of the Sinclair Canyon Bridge, involving structural concrete repairs, removal and replacement of sidewalks and overhangs, and dismantling and rebuilding stone masonry.
3. Rehabilitation of the Sinclair Creek Rock Tunnel, encompassing check scaling, rock bolting, shotcreting, and cast-in-place concrete work.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Contractors must have relevant experience and qualifications as previously evaluated in Stage One of the solicitation process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in similar rehabilitation projects, specifically involving structural repairs, rock anchoring, and masonry work.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to national parks and environmental limitations in project execution.

Geographic Restrictions:
Work to be conducted within Sinclair Canyon, Kootenay National Park, along Highway 93S.

Key Technical Capabilities Needed:

• Water channel diversion techniques
• Micropiling
• Rock anchoring
• Shotcrete application
• Stone masonry
• Structural reinforced concrete demolition and rehabilitation

Specific Technologies/Methodologies Required:
Technical methodologies related to the above-mentioned work items, particularly in structural integrity and environmental safety during construction.

Deliverables and Performance Standards:
Deliverables will consist of completed construction work as per specifications and schematics provided. Performance standards will adhere to durability and safety regulations applicable in park environments.

Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be evaluated based on qualifications, technical capabilities, financial bid, and alignment with the project scope.

Instructions for Interested Sub-Contractors:
Qualified suppliers are invited to partner with interested sub-contractors under the "Partner with another business" section of the proposal submission.

This opportunity is vital for potential contractors with expertise in structural rehabilitation and who possess the necessary qualifications to fulfil Parks Canada’s requirements effectively.