Iqaluit #2026-RFT-009

The City of Iqaluit is seeking qualified contractors for the Critical Pipelines Renewals project in the lower Iqaluit area. - Government Buyer: - City of Iqaluit Department of Public Works and Engineering - Scope of Work: - Replacement of existing ductile iron water infrastructure with insulated HDPE watermain and sanitary sewer - Installation of approximately 750m of 250mm diameter insulated HDPE DR9 watermain - Installation of approximately 75m of 500mm diameter insulated HDPE DR9 sanitary sewer main - Supply and installation of 13 new access vaults - Water and sanitary service connections (5 water, 1 sanitary) - Installation of 36 culverts (600mm diameter), 102 bollards, and construction of 85m of ditching and swales - Road reinstatement with 455m of cold patch asphalt - Rock excavation/disposal, granular material supply, and removal/disposal of contaminated soils - Unique Requirements: - Work must be performed in Arctic and permafrost conditions - Strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards - Involvement of Inuit and local labor is required - Detailed schedules, quality control plans, and compliance with all permits and inspections - Liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for late completion - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; HDPE piping and related materials are specified by type and size - Submission: - Bids must be submitted electronically via MERX Canadian Public Tenders

The City of Iqaluit Department of Engineering and Capital Projects is soliciting bids for construction services to replace existing ductile iron water infrastructure in the lower Iqaluit area. The project scope includes replacement of watermain, sanitary sewer, access vaults, and installation of new drainage features. Bidders must submit tenders electronically via MERX by April 22, 2026, 3:00 PM EST. The procurement aims to ensure critical pipeline renewals in the Arctic climate and permafrost conditions of Iqaluit, Nunavut.