202403019 - P00219_Winnipeg Maintenance Center Interior LED and Emergency Lighting upgrades

The objective of this project is to replace obsolete fixtures with new LED type fixtures throughout the interior of the building. The project will also include the replacement of the emergency lighting systems, currently not functional, as well as all emergency exit signs, ensuring all requirements for code and regulatory compliance are met.
In order to submit a Tender, the Tenderer must comply with the following mandatory criteria:

1. Tenderer has the following minimal insurance coverage:

• Commercial General Liability Insurance of $5,000,000
• Standard Owners Form Automobile Liability Insurance of $5,000,000
• All Risks insurance policy

2. Bid Bond issued in favour of VIA dated and signed by an authorized representative of the Surety. Provide a letter signed by an authorized representative of a recognized financial institution, stating that if the Tenderer is awarded the Contract, they will issue the required Performance and Labour & Material Bonds in favour of VIA dated and signed by an authorized representative of the Surety following contract award.

• Bid Bond (10%)
• Performance Bond (50%) and Material/Labour Bond (50%)

3. The work must be completed within 31 calendar weeks after project award.
4. General Contractor must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience.
5. Subcontractors must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in their related expertise of work.
6. Tenderer confirms his Tender complies with all requirements, specifications and commits to respect them during the entire project duration. 
7. Tenderer commits to respect VIA’s Contractor Safety Guidelines
8. Tenderer must have attended the Mandatory Site Visit