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Removal/Deconstruction/Disposal of the MV Capt. Earl W. Winsor
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking a contractor for the removal, deconstruction, and disposal of the MV Capt. Earl W. Winsor, a roll-on/roll-off ferry. The project aims to dismantle and recycle the vessel in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner, adhering to Canadian laws and regulations, including an approved Ship Recycling Plan. The contractor may also need to prepare the vessel for transfer or towing to an approved site. The MV Capt. Earl W. Winsor has been out of service since 2016 and has recently experienced extensive flooding and pollution issues, necessitating this deconstruction effort.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Department of National Defence (DND)
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Primary Contact: Taylor Komery
Email: [email protected]
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory criteria to be eligible:
- Experience: Minimum of 60 months (5 years) in the Marine Salvage or Marine Commercial Industry within the last 15 years.
- Past Performance: Completion of pollutant removal and dismantling operations on steel-hulled vessels on two separate occasions within the last 15 years.
- Key Personnel: Identification of key personnel with experience in pollutant removal, marine survey and stability assessments, and steel hull vessel deconstruction and recycling operations.
- Response Plan: A detailed response plan must be included, addressing:
- Accessing the vessel and bulk pollutant removal
- Dismantling and recycling the vessel
- Timeline of operations
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Contractors must demonstrate expertise in marine salvage, pollutant removal, and the dismantling of steel vessels. Familiarity with environmental regulations and ship recycling standards is essential.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include a comprehensive response plan detailing the steps for pollutant removal and vessel dismantling, along with a timeline for operations. Performance metrics will likely be tied to adherence to the response plan and environmental compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on mandatory technical criteria, with the lowest evaluated price being the basis for selection. Bidders must meet all mandatory requirements to be considered for further evaluation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with additional certifications in environmental management, marine engineering, or related fields may have a competitive advantage. Experience with similar projects or recognized industry standards could also be favorably viewed.
This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the project.
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- Please note this is not a new solicitation - this tender notice is to copy a previously closed tender to switch the notice to national defense. Original tender details are below.* The Contractor must prepare to dismantle and dispose/recycle, the vessel Capt. Earl W. Winsor in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner in accordance with Canadian Laws, regulations and referenced guidelines and approved Ship Recycling Plan. If required, the contractor must prepare the vessel for transfer and/or tow to an Approved Site. Background The MV Capt. Earl W Winsor was constructed in 1972 as the Prince Edward for service between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. In 1998 it was purchased by the Province of Newfoundland, retrofitted and renamed the Capt. Earl W Winsor the vessel remained in service until 2016. In 2018 the vessel was sold by the province and towed to Springdale, NL. The vessel has been laid up ever since. In February 2024 an overboard discharge pipe burst and the vessel experienced extensive down flooding throughout the below deck spaces. The Canadian Coast Guard – Marine Environmental and Hazards Response program responded in February 2024 to stabilize the vessel and removed approximately 1000 M3 of contaminated water and again in December 2024 to remove the bulk oil pollutants from the vessel. Particulars of the Vessel The particulars of the vessel are: Name: CAPT. EARL W. WINSOR Type of Vessel: Roll on / Roll off Ferry Builder: Pictou, N.S. Built: 1972 / Modified St John’s Nfld. 1998 Official Number: 331725 Port of Registry: Not Registered Length overall: 249’ Breadth Moulded: 53’ 6” Depth Moulded: 18’ GRT: 1772 NRT: 927 Displacement: 2,161LT at Load Line Operational Displacement: 1,589LT Deadweight: 584LT Material: Steel Period of the Contract The period of the Contract is from Contract award until [7 months after Contract award date] (exact date will be provided at Contract Award). Security There is no security applicable to this requirement. Trade Agreements The requirement is subject to the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA), Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement, Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA), World Trade Organization-Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-AGP), Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement, Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA), Canada - Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (CUFTA), Canada - European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), and the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA). Mandatory Requirements Proposals will be evaluated in accordance with the mandatory evaluation criteria as detailed herein. Bidders’ Proposals must clearly demonstrate that they meet all Mandatory Requirements for the proposal to be considered for further evaluation. Proposals not meeting the mandatory criteria will be excluded from further consideration. Summary of Mandatory Criteria M1 The bidder MUST have a minimum of sixty (60) months (5 years) experience in the Marine Salvage or Marine Commercial Industry, within the last 15 years from the date of bid closing M2 The Bidder MUST have completed pollutant removal and dismantling operations on steel hulled vessels on two (2) separate occasions within the last 15 years from the date of bid closing. M3 The Bidder must identify Key Personnel* that MUST have experience in each of the following areas: 1. Pollutant removal 2. Marine survey and stability assessments 3. Steel hull vessel deconstruction and recycling operations M4 The Bidder MUST provide a response plan with its technical proposal that demonstrates how they will perform the removal of the MV Captain Earl Winsor in accordance with the Statement of Work (Annex A). The response plan must include all of the following items: M4.1 Accessing the vessel and Bulk pollutant removal M4.2 Dismantling and recycling the vessel M4.3 Timeline of operations Selection Method The basis of selection is Mandatory Technical Criteria – Lowest Evaluated Price. Please refer to the RFP document for complete details.
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement Category
Services
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Regions of Opportunity
Newfoundland and Labrador
Reference Number
cb-712-74118119
Amendment Number
000
Contracting Entity
Department of National Defence (DND)
Contact Name
Taylor Komery
Contact Email
Organization City
Ottawa
Organization Province / State
ON
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
May 28, 2026
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