81001324 - INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) (81001324)

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is asking interested parties to provide information for a potential lease of space that meets the following criteria:

Section A: Lease Components

a lease term of approximately 10 years, commencing on or about October 1, 2024, plus options to extend the lease for two (2) additional periods of two (2) years each;

approximately 156.0 usable square metres (um 2 ) of contiguous office space, 1,091.0 um 2

of contiguous warehouse space, and 3,000.0 um 2

of contiguous fenced compound space.

the proposed space must be available approximately 36 weeks prior to the above-noted lease commencement date so all space(s) may be prepared for occupancy;

 the proposed space should satisfy or be capable of satisfying the following criteria:

 1. the proposed office space must have:

daytime cleaning must be available;

be fully accessible to persons with a disability;

if multiple floors are offered, the space must be contiguous between floors.

space offered on one floor is preferable; 

2. the proposed warehouse space must be heated and have:

must be contiguous;

a minimum unobstructed warehouse ceiling height of 5.5 metres (18’), measured from the top of the finished floor to the underside of the lowest obstruction of the ceiling, including HVAC, electrical, and sprinkler system;

a minimum floor loading capacity of 7.2 kPa (150.4 lbs per square foot);

one (1) grade level overhead door, having a minimum size of 3.7 metres wide x 4.3 metres high (12’ x 14’), connecting the warehouse space to the compound space;

one (1) grade level overhead door, having a minimum size of 6.1 metres wide x 4.9 metres high (20’ x 16’), connecting the warehouse space to the compound space;

one (1) raised loading dock with dock leveler with sufficient height to accommodate easy access of large trucks, and having a minimum overhead door size of 2.4 metres wide x 3.0 metres high (8’ x 10’);

a separate man door for pedestrian access is required next to each overhead door;

adequate plumbing to accommodate the installation of a vehicle wash bay and eye wash station;

must have, or have the capacity to install, a floor drain;

adequate power to operate forklift chargers and other equipment (110v & 220v with room for expansion);

3. the proposed fenced compound space must have:

two (2) separate lockable gates to facilitate convenient access, each with a minimum width of 3.7 metres (12’);

perimeter fencing must be chain link fence with a minimum height of 2.4 metres (8’) with one foot (1’) barbwire topper;

fully paved with asphalt or concrete capable of accommodating fully loaded tractor semi-trailers with a minimum live load of 12 kPa (250.6 lbs per square foot);

be able to accommodate the turning radius for 65’ trucks and trailers;

minimum of three (3) exterior wall electrical receptacles (standard 120V) spaced evenly across the compound wall with capability for expansion;

uniform lighting throughout the compound space. Exterior lighting to be 100-300 lux as per NBC and IESNA recommendations.

4. the proposed space must have all basic utilities, including telecommunications, water, sewer, gas and electricity;

5. a dedicated telecommunication/equipment room measuring no less than 20 um² within the proposed space must be provided; this area will not form part of the Lessee’s usable area noted above but will be included in the rentable area calculation;

6. the dimensions of the proposed space must be compatible for efficient design and use;

7. the physical characteristics of the lands and the building and the area and environment surrounding it, including neighbouring land uses, shall be compatible with the Lessee’s intended use of the accommodation.

the proposed space must be located in the City of Regina or within 25 km from city limits;

on or before the lease commencement date, the proposed space will have to comply with all requirements contained in PSPC’s Standards for Leased Accommodation , a copy of which may be obtained from the contact listed in Section F;

Note: PSPC may wish to visit or inspect the proposed space upon reasonable notice and a threat and risk assessment may be undertaken in order to assess potential threats to the security of the proposed space and to the public.