Transportation Services from Thompson to Split Lake in Northern Manitoba

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

• Procurement Description: Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) seeks a contractor for reliable roundtrip transportation services for employees between Thompson Airport and the Split Lake Nursing Station in Northern Manitoba.
• Project Scope and Objectives: Provide transportation for scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency trips over a three-year period with potential extensions.
• Contract Type and Estimated Value: The estimated value of the contract is $627,141.75 (excluding taxes), covering the duration from contract award until March 31, 2029, with two optional one-year extensions.

BUYER INFORMATION:

• Issuing Organization: Department of Indigenous Services (ISC)
• Contact Details: Karen Mezher, Email: [email protected]
• Important Dates:
  • Posted Date: December 2, 2025
  • Due Date for Capability Statements: December 18, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST
  • Contract Performance Period: Expected to commence at contract award, continuing to March 31, 2029.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required Certifications/Registrations: None explicitly stated; companies must ensure resources meet the requirements identified in the ACAN.
• Mandatory Qualifications:
  • The contractor must provide qualified drivers who meet all specified requirements.
  • Vehicles must be 4x4 or all-wheel drive due to challenging road conditions.
• Geographic Restrictions: Service delivery must be between Thompson Airport and Split Lake Nursing Station, which requires a local service capability.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Key Technical Capabilities Needed:
  • Ability to handle both scheduled and emergency trips, with an expected response time for emergencies as short as two hours.
  • Adequate vehicle capacity to transport up to two passengers with luggage including one suitcase and a large cooler per individual.
• Deliverables and Performance Standards:
  • Adherence to a monthly trip schedule and immediate communication regarding any changes or delays due to flight schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nice-to-Have Certifications or Experience: Past experience in providing transportation services in remote Northern Manitoba regions would be advantageous.
• Additional Evaluation Factors: Experience with similar contracts, ability to manage fluctuations in trip requests (e.g., emergency situations).

This summary provides structured criteria to guide potential suppliers in assessing their fit for the opportunity concerning transportation services for Indigenous Services Canada.