This opportunity has closed
The submission deadline was August 26, 2025. This page is kept for reference purposes.
Standing Offer for Refrigeration and HVAC Services at the Pacific Biological Station, Nanaimo B.C.
Summary of Opportunity Purpose: The main purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to establish multiple Standing Offers (SO) for the provision of refrigeration and HVAC maintenance and repair services at the Pacific Biological Station (PBS) in Nanaimo, B.C. The Department of Fisheries and Ocean...
Read full summaryActions
Create a free account to analyze this opportunity, get daily notifications, and win more bids with Narwin.ai
Documents
Description
1.2 Summary 1.2.1 The Pacific Biological Station(PBS) of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) locate in Nanaimo B.C. has requirement to establish multiple Standing Offers (SO) with qualified Offerors for the provision of all labour, material, tools, supervision, travel and equipment to provide refrigeration and HVAC maintenance and repair services. The Standing Offers duration will be for five (5) years starting from Standing Offer issuance until September 30,2030. The Pacific Biological Station is renowned centre for scientific research encompassing several facilities including laboratories, aquaculture facilities, cold rooms, computer networks, ammonia chiller plant for chilled process services, warehouse spaces, and wharfs. The complex is situated on a 5.7 hectare site with 1828 m2 primary offices in a four storey building and 935 m2 three storey building. The site also consists of a four storey 5714 m2 laboratory wing and 650 m2 single storey aquaculture building. Subsidiary buildings include a salt water pump house supplying research sea water at flows up to 2.3 m3 per minute, an ammonia chiller plant building, and out buildings of approximately 13,234 m2 total area. Refrigeration facilities include an industrial 816kW ammonia chiller plant, walk-in freezer storage rooms, cold rooms, ultra-cold freezers, and commercial refrigerators. Air conditioning units are primarily air source heat pumps and multiple roof top units. Standing offers are not a guarantee of business and Fisheries and Oceans Canada is not obligated to use these services.
Additional Information
Amendment Number
002
Contact Info Address Line
200 Rue Kent
Contact Info City
Ottawa
Contact Country
Canada
Contact Info Email
Contact Info Name
Dina Al-Eryani
Contact Info Phone
+15062822340
Contact Info Postal Code
K1A 0E6
Contact Info Province
Ontario
Contracting Entity Name
Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)
Created
October 1, 2025
Is Public
true
Organization Address City
Ottawa
Organization Country
Canada
Organization Address Line
200 Kent St
Organization Address Postal Code
K1A 0E6
Organization Address Province
Ontario
Procurement Category
*SRV
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Reference Number
cb-959-51500390
Regions Of Delivery
*British Columbia
Regions Of Opportunity
*Canada
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Source
canadabuys
Source Record ID
cb-959-51500390_002
Source System
canadabuys
Status
closed
Status En
Open
Summary Updated At
October 19, 2025
Tender Closing Date
August 26, 2025
Last Updated
July 29, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the proposal submission deadline?
The proposal submission deadline is August 26, 2025 (Overdue).
Note: This opportunity has already closed. See similar active opportunities above.
AI Summary
Summary of Opportunity
1. Purpose:
The main purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to establish multiple Standing Offers (SO) for the provision of refrigeration and HVAC maintenance and repair services at the Pacific Biological Station (PBS) in Nanaimo, B.C. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) seeks qualified Offerors to provide all necessary labor, materials, tools, supervision, travel, and equipment for these services. The duration of the Standing Offers is set for five years, from the date of issuance until September 30, 2030.
2. Buyer Information:
- Organization: Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), Canada
- Contact Person: Dina Al-Eryani
- Email: [email protected]
- Bid Submission Email: [email protected]
- Mailing Address:
Procurement Services
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
200 Kent Street
Ottawa, ON K1A 0E6
3. Important Dates:
- Posted Date: August 1, 2025
- Due Date for Proposals: August 26, 2025, at 14:00 EDT
4. Key Requirements:
Offerors must be capable of providing the following services and aspects:
- Comprehensive maintenance and repair for refrigeration and HVAC systems at the Pacific Biological Station, which includes:
- An industrial 816 kW ammonia chiller plant, walk-in freezers, cold rooms, ultra-cold freezers, and commercial refrigerators.
- Air conditioning systems primarily using air source heat pumps and rooftop units.
- Services should encompass labor, tools, materials, supervision, travel, and equipment.
- Offerors should have the necessary qualifications and licenses to perform HVAC and refrigeration services, aligning with industry standards.
Note: Participation in this opportunity does not guarantee business, as the DFO is not obligated to procure services under the Standing Offers. Interested businesses should prepare and submit thorough proposals by the due date, ensuring they meet all specified requirements outlined in the attached documents for evaluation.
Narwin.ai is a great way to find government contracts and opportunities. Disclaimer: This bid/tender/opportunity information is presented as is and may be incorrect at times. Please read the tender documents carefully before finalizing bids. We do not accept any responsibility and cannot be held legally liable for any inaccuracies.