Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) for A-Jetty Replacement

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Dates

PublishedSep 17, 2026Bid deadlineOct 1, 2026 · 17:00 (EST time)

Official description

English Description DEFENCE CONSTRUCTION CANADA (DCC) – IE12347R – A-Jetty Replacement, CFB Esquimalt, British Columbia. Defence Construction Canada (DCC) invites general contractors to express their interest in providing all labour, materials, and equipment necessary to construct the A Jetty including associated onshore infrastructure. This Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) is the first step of a two-step solicitation process, the second step being the Tender Phase.  Only general contractors that have expressed their interest through the Electronic Bidding System prior to the closing date and time of this RFEOI will be invited to submit a proposal at the second stage. Only submissions received in accordance with the requirements of the Electronic Bidding System will be considered. Only the general contractors who will have responded to this RFEOI will be invited to submit a bid during the Tender Phase. DCC reserves the right to terminate this solicitation at the end of the RFEOI. As part of Canada’s commitment to maximize the participation of Indigenous Businesses, bidders are advised that this solicitation includes an Indigenous Benefits Plan (IBP). The Contractor will have to include Indigenous businesses (or eligible joint ventures) as subcontractors or suppliers to this project. Further details will be provided in the Tender phase. Requirements related to the Government of Canada's Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Materials in Federal Procurements will apply to this tender. Further details regarding any applicable requirements will be provided in the Tender phase. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the requirements set out in the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-GPA). Project background The project is expected to be completed as a lump sum construction contract and may include unit rate prices and prime cost allowances. Work is to construct the A Jetty including associated onshore infrastructure. The new jetty will be constructed on piling and a combi wall (sheet pile system). The project scope also includes a tunnel inside A-Jetty. A two-storey substation building will also have to be built. Services required may include, but are not limited to, the following: Construction of A Jetty superstructure and associated infrastructure, including concrete works; Pile installation and pile caps; Backfilling; Civil works, site construction and services; Environmental remediation; Mechanical and electrical systems; Foreshore works; Project management and coordination; and Other various general contractor work. The River Class Destroyer (RCD) Extension to the A-Jetty may be added by change order. Documents Technical plans and specifications are not available during this RFEOI and will be provided during the

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