No totals required.
This procurement is subject to the Quebec-New Brunswick Procurement Agreement and the Canadian Free Trade Agreement.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 8
BIDDER QUESTION:
Due to the fact we have not yet received amendment of minutes of meetings, would we be expecting a bid closing extension?
DTI RESPONSE:
The closing date will remain the same.
The following information was provided by the Owner at the bidder's conference held Monday February 10, 2020;
Item 3.3.8 of the Particular Specifications:
The Owner advised that 3 tanks are to be opened, cleaned & inspected by ABS. These tanks are ballast tanks 3 & 4 port side and the freshwater tank also port side.
Item 2.4.1 of the Particular Specifications:
The Owner advised that the Keel Cooler connections are as follows
4 - 3" connections with a total of 22" of 3" rubber non collapsible hose
4 - neoprene gaskets of 3" inside diameter and 5" outside diameter
4 - 1 1/2 " connections with a total of 18" of 1 1/2 " rubber non collapsible hose
4 - neoprene gaskets of 1 1/2 " inside diameter and 4" outside diameter
Item 8.3 Ultrasonic Testing Survey of Particular Specifications:
The Owner advised that this item is to be performed as detailed in the Particular Specifications.
All other information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT No. 7
BIDDER QUESTIONS:
What is the weight of the ferry?
DTI RESPONSE:
These are the general statistics for F95 -
VESSEL TYPE: Ferry/Passenger/Vehicle
GROSS TONNAGE: 313.26 (Light ship Tonnage: 350.66)
NET TONNAGE: 203.40
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Carvel/Flush
CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL: Steele
VESSEL LENGTH (m): 38.25
VESSEL BREADTH (m): 11.61
VESSEL DEPTH (m): 2.44
BIDDER QUESTION:
Where is it currently located?
DTI RESPONSE:
The ferry is currently moored at the locally named Indiantown area, 14 Pokiok Road, Saint John, NB.
All other tender information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 6:
BIDDER QUESTION:
Referencing tender # 004007-20 Peninsula Princess Ferry Refit, is it possible to do the work required dockside on the Saint John side, by jacking the ferry and taking all necessary precautions to protect the environment?
DTI RESPONSE:
The Contractor is expected to provide a facility capable of removing the ferry from the water safely, without damage and in accordance with the docking plan, that the location for the refit is secure, and that the work area is properly equipped to facilitate quality workmanship and an efficient and timely completion of the project. Approval to carry out this refit, as suggested adjacent to or near "the dock", cannot be approved based on the information provided in this inquiry.
All other tender information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 5
BIDDER QUESTION:
As per para 3.2 in the Particulars Specifications Page 24;
the last bullet point states that "For large areas to be coated such as the car deck and hull, the Contractor shall arrange and include all associated costs in their bid for a representative of the coating system's manufacturer to inspect the prepared surface prior to the application of the coating and shall be onsite for the duration of the Work to ensure proper application.
Question:
For bidding purposes, could we have a yard allowance for the FSR to be on site during painting operations of large areas, and to be adjusted up or down via change order based on final invoice?
DTI RESPONSE:
The Owner is not prepared to accommodate a yard allowance for the FSR to be on site during the painting operations of large areas, and adjusted based on final invoice.
All costs associated with item 3.2 of the Particular Specifications, specifically the Contractor's requirement to; have a representative of the coating system's manufacturer inspect the surface of large areas to be coated prior to the application of the coating, have that representative be onsite for the duration of the Work to ensure proper application and for the coating manufacturer to provide a letter to the Owner stating that the surface preparation and the application of coatings were
performed in accordance with the manufacturer's standards are to be included in the respective Item 3.3 Coating and Application unit prices.
All other information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 4
A letter of credit will not be accepted as Bid Security on this tender.
All other information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 3
BIDDERS CONFERENCE:
As per the "Bid Requirements" document, Item no. 6
a Bidders' Conference is scheduled for:
Monday, February 10, 2020 at 1:00 pm
Location:
At the Peninsula Princess' current location, 14 Pokiok Road, Saint John, NB
All other tender information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 2
These documents have been attached to the tender:
- Construction Plan 4
- Contract Agreement
All other information remains the same.
***** AMENDMENT NO. 1
The REVISED "Particulars Specifications" document have been added to the tender.
The "No Totals Required" clause has been added to the bottom of the tender document.
All other tender information remains the same.
* * * SERVICE CONTRACT: FERRY REFIT OF PENINSULA PRINCESS * * *
See attached specifications.
A BID SECURITY of $50,000.00 is required with your bid submission.
You MUST return the completed "Form of Tender" document with your bid submission.
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This is a tender notice only. In order to submit a bid, you must obtain official tender documents from the New Brunswick Opportunities Network, another authorized tendering service or as indicated in the tender notice.
Bids must be received at:
Central Tendering Branch
Fredericton Regional Centre
Suite 2300, 300 St. Mary's Street,
Fredericton, N.B.
E3A 2S4
Fax: (506) 444-4200
Public opening of bids will take place on closing day at 14:00 Atlantic Time, in Fredericton Regional Centre, Suite 2300, 300 St. Mary's Street, Fredericton, N.B. E3A 2S4.
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All bids must be stated in Canadian Funds.
All tenders must be F.O.B. destination, freight prepaid.
Sales taxes should not be included in the unit, extended or total prices.
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All suppliers engaged to deliver services on behalf of the Government of New Brunswick must ensure compliance with the
Official Languages Act in the delivery of those services. For more information, please refer to the
Official Languages Act.
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Under Canadian law (and international agreements), your Bid must arrive separately and independently, without conspiracy, collusion or fraud; see http://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/home for further information.
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Where the estimated value of the goods or services to be procured is below
the lowest applicable threshold value of any relevant trade agreement, Service New Brunswick reserves the right to give preferential treatment to a prospective supplier from New Brunswick or the Atlantic Region. Should this right be exercised, the following order of priority will apply: a) firstly, New Brunswick manufacturers if the goods to be procured are manufactured in New Brunswick; b) secondly, New Brunswick vendors; and c) thirdly, Atlantic Suppliers. The preference will be applied based
on the price differential
between the lowest acceptable bid and the bid receiving preferential treatment. Unless otherwise indicated, there shall be no limit on the price differential under which a preference may be applied. The decision to apply a preference will be at the sole discretion of Service New Brunswick.
All discounts quoted will be considered to be without limitations.
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subsequently enter into negotiations with the second preferred vendor.
No right or duty, in whole or in part, of the vendor under a contract issued may be assigned or delegated without the prior consent of the Strategic Procurement Branch.
Unless the Strategic Procurement Branch has determined otherwise prior to tender closing, all prices must be extended and totaled.
The province of New Brunswick reserves the right to negotiate pricing, value added and other savings opportunities with the successful proponent at time of award and throughout the contract.
Pay Equity
Does your organization have 50 or more employees?
The Government of New Brunswick is committed to encouraging and incentivizing the adoption of pay equity by employers doing business with government.
Prior to the award of procurements for goods and services valued over $1,000,000, suppliers, with fifty (50) or more employees will be required to complete the Pay Equity Learning Module developed by the Women's Equality Branch. Suppliers should provide a copy of their certificate of completion with their bid submission.
To complete the online module and obtain your certificate, please visit www.gnb.ca/payequity. For questions, please contact the Pay Equity Bureau toll free: (877) 253-0266 or by Email: peb-bes@gnb.ca.
All Suppliers engaged to deliver goods or services to the Government of New Brunswick must ensure compliance with the Designated Materials Regulation in the provision or delivery of those goods obligated under that Regulation. Please refer to
Recycle NB's website and the
Designated Materials Regulation for specifics.
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The Province of New Brunswick is now using Direct Deposit as the standard method of issuing payments. Suppliers are required to provide bank account information and an email address for the notice of remittance. Please send the completed Direct Deposit Form to Service New Brunswick (e-mail address and mailing address are indicated on the form).
Please click on the link below to view the Direct Deposit Form.
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