This Request for Supplier Qualification (RFSQ) is an invitation by the University of Ottawa (University/Owner) to Mechanical Contractors (Proponents) to submit proposals to be prequalified for the installation of a new stack #5 for the boiler #3 at University of Ottawa Power Plant. The Mechanical contractor will act as the general contractor for this project.
The definitions applicable to this RFSQ are those provided in the Standard Form of Contract CCDC2, 2008 Stipulated Price Contract for Construction and the University of Ottawa’s Supplementary General Conditions to CCDC2, 2008 Stipulated Price Contract as per APPENDIX E of the RFSQ.
University of Ottawa Power Plant (CTE), located at 720 King Edward on the University of Ottawa campus, was built in 70’s.
The Project includes, but is not limited to, the following scope of work:
- Asbestos abatement as required;
- The purpose of this project is to provide new boiler #3 stack#5 and disconnect the existing stack#3 within the Power Plant of University of Ottawa
- Stack#3 will be abandoned in place and capped with rain cap on top of high exterior stack.
- Replace roofing on section of roof above economizer and provide new roof drain with overflow outlet.
- Provide structural reinforcing to support new stack and stack support exterior and interior.
- Work will require boiler #3 and FGRU shutdowns to accommodate this work.
- Perform cleaning of below grade storm piping to city main and CCTV scanning of clean pipe.
The University intends to carry out the construction of this project in spring/summer 2022.
The Owner is an educational institution and will remain fully operational during the construction period. As such the implementation of this project will require a holistic approach to minimize disruptions and maximize efficiencies.
Work to be performed in accordance with the contract documents, in the most expeditious and economical manner and at the lowest possible cost to the Owner consistent with the interests of the Owner. The construction of the projects would be performed by the Mechanical contractor as the "Constructor" pursuant to the Ontario Health and Safety legislation. The contractor would be responsible for scope, time and cost at all times. The contractor must be capable of performing the Work in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (OADA), and their regulations.
