Question 1

What is "REQUEST FOR PREQUALIFICATION FOR GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR THE NATIONAL MONUMENT TO CANADA’S MISSION IN AFGHANISTAN"?

Accepted Answer

### Summary of Opportunity for General Contractor Prequalification

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured:** General contractor services for the construction of the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan (NMCMA) in Ottawa, Ontario.
- **Project scope and objectives:** The project aims to create a memorial honoring the commitment and sacrifice of Canadian Armed Forces members and civilians involved in the mission in Afghanistan (2001-2014). The monument will provide a space for reflection and remembrance.
- **Contract type and estimated value:** Not specified in the documentation.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:** National Capital Commission (NCC)
- **Contact details:** Carine Uwamahoro (contracts@ncc-ccn.ca)
- **Important dates:** 
  - Posted: December 12, 2025
  - Due: January 12, 2026, 2:00 PM local time
  - Last day for inquiries: December 19, 2025, 2:00 PM local time
  - Performance period: Project work is slated to start in Spring 2026 with substantial completion expected by Spring 2029.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:** Not specified.
- **Mandatory qualifications:** 
  - Proven record of completion of similar projects in terms of scale, scope, and activities.
  - Bonding capabilities.
  - Adherence to health and safety standards.
- **Set-aside requirements:** Not mentioned.
- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:** Project is located in Ottawa, Ontario.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:** Experience in similar memorial construction projects.
- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:** Details to be provided in tender documents.
- **Deliverables and performance standards:** To be detailed in the forthcoming tender package, which will include technical drawings and specifications.
- **Evaluation criteria:** To be specified in the tender package, with an emphasis on previous project examples and quality of past work.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:** Familiarity with Canadian federal construction requirements and standards.
- **Preferred qualifications:** Teams with a history of collaboration on monument or public space projects.
- **Additional evaluation factors that give competitive advantage:** Letters of recommendation and examples of past work relevant to public memorials are likely to enhance competitiveness.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:** Based on demonstrated experience, capabilities, and adherence to project requirements.
- **Weighting of different criteria:** Not explicitly mentioned.
- **Past performance requirements:** Successful completion of similar projects will likely be a significant criterion for evaluation.

This summary provides a clear outline of the requirements and expectations for potential general contractors interested in pursuing a role in constructing the NMCMA, enabling effective assessment of fit for the opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 12, 2026 (Overdue).

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://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-885-99622279

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