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What is "Cost Consulting Services in Support of Modified Design-Build Projects"?

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**SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY**

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**  
  Defence Construction Canada (DCC) seeks abbreviated proposals from consulting firms for cost consulting services in support of Modified Design-Build (MDB) projects.

- **Project scope and objectives:**  
  The objective is to establish a Standing Offer (SO) for “as and when required” cost consulting services at various locations across Canada.

- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
  The SO will last for three years with a maximum estimated value of $10,000,000. An extension for up to two additional one-year periods may occur, with a $5,000,000 increase for each extension. Call-ups will range between $60,000 and $300,000 with no maximum call-up value.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
  Defence Construction Canada / Construction de Défense Canada.

- **Contact details:**  
  Camille Attia (Email: camille.attia@dcc-cdc.gc.ca).

- **Important dates:**  
  - Posted: January 6, 2026  
  - Due: February 18, 2026, at 14:00  
  - Performance Period: Initial three years, extendable up to five years total.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
  No specific certifications mentioned; however, general competencies related to cost consulting are implied.

- **Mandatory qualifications:**  
  Proponents must qualify to provide cost consulting services.

- **Set-aside requirements:**  
  No specific set-aside requirements stated.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
  Services required at various locations across Canada.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
  Expertise in cost consulting related to Modified Design-Build projects.

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
  Not explicitly stated; proficiency in relevant cost consulting practices is implied.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
  Quality consulting services as stipulated in the RFAP.

- **Evaluation criteria:**  
  Proposals will be evaluated based on established criteria in the RFAP to select the proponent with the highest score.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
  Professional qualifications such as being a Senior Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) or Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) may enhance competitiveness.

- **Preferred qualifications:**  
  Experience in MDB projects is beneficial but not mandatory.

- **Additional evaluation factors:**  
  Past performance and demonstrated experience in similar projects might provide a competitive advantage.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
  Evaluation based on adherence to criteria set out in the RFAP.

- **Weighting of different criteria:**  
  Not specified; however, a focus on quality and scoring indicates comprehensive evaluation metrics will be applied.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
  Previous relevant experience likely plays a role but is not explicitly detailed in the solicitation.

This summary captures the essential details and criteria relevant for assessing compatibility with this opportunity, focusing on what potential partners must provide and what they can benefit from.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is February 18, 2026 (36 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/3788448116/abstract?language=EN

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