Basic Information

Reference Number

0000218231

Issuing Organization

McMaster University

Owner Organization

Facilties

Project Type

RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal)

Project Number

02-22-853

Title

Prime Contractor Services for the Peak Shaver Generator

Source ID

PU.AC.ON.224221.C81126

Agreement Types

Broader Public Sector (BPS)

Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement(CETA)

Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

Details

Location

Canada, Ontario, Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula

Job Location

McMaster University Campus

Description

McMaster University is seeking to retain the services of a qualified General Contractor for construction of the Peak Shavers Generators project. Qualified proponents are invited to submit responses in accordance with the terms of this Request for Proposal (hereafter referred to as RFP).
McMaster University is seeking to retain the services of a qualified General Contractor for construction of the Peak Shavers Generators project. Qualified proponents are invited to submit responses in accordance with the terms of this Request for Proposal (hereafter referred to as RFP).

PROJECT SUMMARY McMaster intends to partake in several IESO market programs. This will be achieved through the installation of five (5) - 2MW natural gas generators (reciprocating engines). The generators will be primarily used for participation in the ICI program (peak shaving) with the option of utilizing it for other programs, such as Demand Response or Operating Reserves. Four (4) of the generators will be installed by the NF91 transformer yard and one (1) generator will be installed outside of ET Clarke Centre.
Through the process of this RFP McMaster University is seeking to retain the services of a proponent to be assigned the purchase orders of the equipment and complete the supply and install of services required for the installation of the four (4) generators to be installed at the NF91 Transformer yard.
McMaster University has procured the natural gas generators and switchgear for the project. Specification, shop drawings, and copies of the purchase orders for the equipment have been provided for reference. Through this RFP, the balance of the purchase orders for four (4) of the generators and switch gear will be assigned to the successful proponent. The purpose of the assignment of the purchase order is to maintain the constructor responsibility with the successful proponent and provide direct contact between the equipment vendor and the proponent. The assignment of the purchase order will be a direct flow through cost to the University with no Contractor mark-up and payment terms will be per the terms and conditions of the purchase order with the vendor and not subject to the terms and conditions set out in this RFP.

The Scope of Services to be provided by the Proponent will include but is not limited to:

accepting the assignment of purchase orders of the equipment pre-ordered by McMaster University and complete the supply, install, and commissioning of the generators located at the NF91 yard.
Construction of new concrete foundations, slabs, trenches and fencing
Supply and installation of new E-House building
Civil & landscaping work included site grading and erosion control
Supply and installation of new wiring and accessories for power, lights, security and communications
Supply and installation of the new overhead service supports and connections to the existing 13.8 kVa system.
Supply and installation of new gas piping from the utility’s gas station to the new generators and E-House
Commissioning/Verification of the new generators
The Project will comply with all governing legislation, codes, laws, by-laws and requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

Dates

Publication

2022/02/17 07:55:26 PM EST

Question Acceptance DeadlineA - Previous Amendment

2022/03/18 04:00:00 PM EDT

Closing DateA - Previous Amendment

2022/03/31 02:00:00 PM EDT

Onsite Visit

2022/02/23 10:00:00 AM EST

Contact Information

Tracie Felton

12898087693 ext. 21383

feltont@mcmaster.ca

Buyer Preferences, Guidelines & Requirements

General Requirements

- Insurance Required

Pre-Bidding Events

Event Type

Onsite Visit

AttendanceA - Previous Amendment

Recommended

Event date

2022/02/23 10:00:00 AM EST

Location

NF91 Substation McMaster University Campus

Event NoteA - Previous Amendment

A Site Visit will be held on February 23rd, 2021 @ 10:00 AM ET. Proponents are requested to meet outside the NF91 Substation on McMaster Campus.
The purpose is to view the facilities and clarify the specifications and identifying the Services requested in this RFP. A question and answer period will follow but no minutes will be taken.
Anyone attending McMaster campus must comply with McMaster’s Vaccination Mandate. You will be required to complete your vaccination verification by completing the process in the McMaster Safety App, including uploading proof of vaccination. Upon completion, you will receive a confirmation and may be asked to show this proof of completion when you are on campus.

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Bid Submission Process

Bid Submission Type

Physical Bid Submission

Additional Bidding Instructions

Quotations shall be submitted online on the McMaster University e-Procurement Portal at https://mcmaster.bonfirehub.ca/opportunities
In order to submit & finalize, Proponents must upload all required documents as noted under the Requested Information section within the Bonfire project web portal. Please note the type and number of files allowed. The maximum upload file size is 1000 MB. Please do not embed any documents within your uploaded files, as they will not be accessible or evaluated. Proponents will receive an email confirmation receipt with a unique confirmation number upon finalizing their submissions.
All submissions must be submitted prior to the Close Date of March 17th, 2022 @ 4:00 PM EDT.
It is strongly recommended that Proponents give themselves sufficient time and at least ONE (1) day before the Close Date to begin the uploading process and finalize their submissions. It will be at the Proponent’s sole risk to assure on-time submission. There is NO extension to the submission deadline unless notified through an addendum. McMaster University does not take responsibility for any technical issues that occur with connectivity or the Bonfire web portal. Submissions received by any other means will not be accepted.

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