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What is "Open Construction Source List for CFB Suffield"?

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**Opportunity Summary: Open Construction Source List for CFB Suffield**

**Procurement Overview:**  
Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is soliciting applications from contractors and suppliers for placement on an Open Construction Source List (OCSL) for various types of construction work at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Suffield. The OCSL will cover commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and civil projects with a value of $10 million and below.

**Project Scope and Objectives:**  
The OCSL is intended to streamline procurement for construction services needed by the Department of National Defence over a three-year period, from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029. Contractors and suppliers on the OCSL will be invited to bid on upcoming tenders electronically via MERX.

**Issuing Organization and Contact Details:**  
- **Organization:** Defence Construction Canada  
- **Contact:** André Champagne  
- **Email:** andre.champagne@dcc-cdc.gc.ca

**Important Dates:**  
- **Posted:** January 22, 2026  
- **Preferred Application Deadline:** March 4, 2026  
- **Contract Performance Period:** April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029

**Contract Type and Estimated Value:**  
- **Type:** Various construction contracts  
- **Estimated Value:** Up to $10 million per project

**Required Certifications/Registrations:**  
- Contractors and suppliers must have an active MERX account to submit bids.  
- Indigenous businesses must be registered in Indigenous Services Canada’s (ISC) Indigenous Business Directory to qualify for set-aside opportunities.

**Mandatory Qualifications:**  
- Re-application is required for contractors currently on the existing OCSL (valid until March 31, 2026).  
- Contractors must submit their applications electronically through MERX and indicate their preferred language (English or French), which will govern all related documents and communications.  
- Compliance with DCC’s performance evaluation standards is required; unacceptable scores may lead to removal from the OCSL.  
- Adherence to the DCC Procurement Code of Conduct is mandatory.

**Set-Aside Requirements:**  
- Some contracts may be set aside for Indigenous businesses per the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business, requiring registration in the ISC Indigenous Business Directory.

**Key Technical Capabilities Needed:**  
- Proven experience in commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, or civil construction works.  
- Capability to meet security requirements, potentially including Designated Organization Screening (DOS) and personnel security clearances.

**Deliverables and Performance Standards:**  
- Contracts will contain measurable performance standards outlined in DCC’s guidelines. Non-compliance could result in disqualification from future opportunities.

**Evaluation Criteria:**  
- Proposals will be evaluated based on the provision of requested documentation, adherence to DCC’s requirements, and capabilities demonstrated via prior performance.

**Preferred Qualifications (Competitive Advantage):**  
- Previous experience working with DND or other governmental agencies.  
- Established relationships with Indigenous subcontractors, if applicable.

**Proposal Evaluation Method:**  
- DCC reserves discretion in evaluating submissions, requiring clarity and confirmation on application aspects, with the right to reject non-compliant bids.

This summary serves to clarify the procurer's expectations and align interested parties’ expertise and capabilities with the outlined project requirements.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is March 31, 2029 (1138 days left).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://www.merx.com/public/solicitations/3776296431/abstract?language=EN

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