202305010 - P00110 – Montreal Central Station - Level 53 - CSE Space Optimization

The project presented is an integral part of the redevelopment and redesign of the master plan for the spaces occupied by VIA Rail at Montreal's Central Station. The station is located at 895, rue de la Gauchetière Ouest. It is a heritage building adjacent to the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel. The renovation project consists mainly of demolition and construction of partitions, floor finishes, suspended ceilings and walls.

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 $10,000,000
• Standard Owners Form Automobile Liability Insurance of $5,000,000
• All Risks insurance policy of $10,000,000

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 substantially completed by December 31st, 2023.
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