B6. SCOPE OF WORK
B6.1 The Work to be done under the subsequent Contract shall consist of expansion at the
south for new recreation space, renovation/expansion at the northeast for staff entrance and
support space, and renovation to other select areas.
B6.2 Approximate Construction areas:
(a) Expansion – South Recreation Space – 1,313 sq.m.
(i) Includes new Lobby entry, multi-purpose rooms, kitchen, pool viewing room, and tenant space
for St. James Assiniboia 55+ Centre
(b) Expansion – Northeast Staff Space – 67 sq.m.
(i) Includes staff lounge and staff office
(c) Renovation – 825 sq.m.
(i) Includes renovation of the auditorium hall and its associated washrooms
B6.3 The major components of the Work are as follows:
(a) Mechanical & Electrical: The Project will require the following, all of which will be
tied into existing systems:
(i) New HVAC, plumbing & sprinkler systems, and new mechanical controls;
(ii) New lighting and controls, together with new power systems tied into existing electrical
building distribution;
(iii) New access, intrusion and security devices and controls.
(b) Structural: The new addition will consist of steel superstructure on cast-in place
concrete piles. Main floor will be concrete topping on hollow core slabs to provide crawlspace.
Roof construction will be steel roof deck on steel joists.
(c) Siteworks: Revisions to the parking lot including new curbing and pedestrian allée
(walkway) connecting Ness Avenue and the building front entrance, landscaping, and re- grading the
west drainage ditch.
(d) Sustainability: The project is seeking minimum LEED Silver certification through the
Canada Green Building Council to meet Manitoba’s Green Building Program. The building is targeting
minimum 20% better than Manitoba Energy Code for Buildings. During Construction the General
Contractor will be required to adhere to LEED requirements as shown in Construction Drawings and
Specifications.
(e) Commissioning: A third-party commissioning agent has been engaged by City of Winnipeg
that will provide on construction site reviews of building systems throughout construction to
project closeout. Full specifications will be included in project manual during RFP.
B6.4 Phasing/Sequencing: Prior to the start of construction, the Contractor will be
required to provide a comprehensive phasing/sequencing plan for review and acceptance by the City.
B6.4.1 Other than a short facility-wide shutdown over the 2025 summer months, the
existing building must remain open, functional and accessible by the public. Temporary closures in
any other areas must be a short as possible, and public must still be able to access programming
other areas of the building. Areas open to the public during construction, and in particular the
existing pool area, will need protection from construction work, temperature, dust and noise.
B6.4.2 When the main public entrance is shutdown, temporary secondary entrance
provisions must be in place. The existing staff entry at northeast parking lot is an option for
public access.
B6.4.3 Public parking must be maximized during construction.
