Canadian Food Inspection Agency Plumbing Services RFP 2027-00182 - Ottawa Laboratory Fallowfield 2026
Correctional Service CanadaFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ashley Bennett
- (343) 991-8295
The 30-second brief
Canadian Food Inspection Agency seeks qualified contractors to provide plumbing maintenance and repair services on an as and when required basis at the Ottawa Laboratory Fallowfield (OLF), located at 3851 Fallowfield Road, Nepean, ON. The scope encompasses maintenance and repairs for 25 buildings ranging from 20 m² to 25,018 m², including domestic water, wastewater, storm water, and acid waste line distribution systems, sinks, water closets, showers, cage washers, eyewash stations, Orion Brownline acid waste systems, and biowaste treatment systems. The contract includes a limitation of expenditure of $150,000.00 for the initial period. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST. Bids must be submitted to [email protected]. An optional site visit is scheduled for November 5, 2026. Evaluation is based on lowest evaluated price with mandatory technical criteria including Ontario plumbing license or Red Seal certification, WHMIS training, and health and safety policies.
Quotes for regular maintenance and repairs, Service reports for emergency response services
Lowest Evaluated Price with Mandatory Technical Criteria
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Summary
Canadian Food Inspection Agency seeks qualified contractors to provide plumbing maintenance and repair services on an as and when required basis at the Ottawa Laboratory Fallowfield (OLF), located at 3851 Fallowfield Road, Nepean, ON. The scope encompasses maintenance and repairs for 25 buildings ranging from 20 m² to 25,018 m², including domestic water, wastewater, storm water, and acid waste line distribution systems, sinks, water closets, showers, cage washers, eyewash stations, Orion Brownline acid waste systems, and biowaste treatment systems.
The contract includes a limitation of expenditure of $150,000.00 for the initial period. Submission deadline is November 17, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST. Bids must be submitted to [email protected]. An optional site visit is scheduled for November 5, 2026. Evaluation is based on lowest evaluated price with mandatory technical criteria including Ontario plumbing license or Red Seal certification, WHMIS training, and health and safety policies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Evaluated Price with Mandatory Technical Criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Quotes for regular maintenance and repairs, Service reports for emergency response services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Offer Submission Form
- Offeror Declaration Form
- Proof of plumbing license or Red Seal certification
- Skilled trades Ontario registrar proof for apprentices
- WHMIS training certificates
- Health and Safety Policy
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention Policies
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Nepean, ON
- Reported agency
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Correctional Service Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ashley Bennett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Correctional Service Canada in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ashley Bennett at (343) 991-8295. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Pluming Supervisor, Licenced Plumber, Apprentice Level 2, Labour. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quotes for regular maintenance and repairs, Service reports for emergency response services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Evaluated Price with Mandatory Technical Criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Correctional Service Canada?
All active and historical solicitations from Correctional Service Canada are tracked and searchable. As a federal agency, Correctional Service Canada regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Offer Submission Form, Offeror Declaration Form, proof of plumbing license or Red Seal certification, skilled trades Ontario registrar proof for apprentices, WHMIS training certificates, Health and Sa. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Correctional Service Canada for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nepean, ON. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.