CanadaBuys #5P300-25-0299/A

Lifeguard Supervision Services for Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia

Parks Canada Agency is seeking lifeguard supervision services for Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, a popular oceanfront swimming area with surf conditions. - Government Buyer: - Parks Canada Agency (PCA), National Contracting Services / National Procurement Services - Contracting office located at 111 Water St E, Cornwall, Ontario - OEMs and Vendors: - Royal Life Saving Society - Nova Scotia Division (pre-identified supplier) - Products and Services Requested: - Lifeguard supervision and surveillance services at Ingonish Beach - Minimum two lifeguards per shift, including one Beach Captain and at least one bilingual lifeguard (English and French) - Daily supervision from 11:00 to 17:00 during summer seasons (late June to late August) - Lifeguards must hold Standard First Aid, CPR (Level C), and National Lifesaving Society Lifeguard (Waterfront and Surf) certifications - Government of Canada Reliability Status security screening required - Provision of rescue equipment, first-aid supplies, personal protective equipment, employee uniforms, and reporting forms - Operational supervision by an area supervisor stationed on Cape Breton Island (on-site within 3 hours) - Annual surf lifeguard certification and training program prior to each season - Unique or Notable Requirements: - At least one bilingual lifeguard on duty at all times - Annual surf lifeguard training at a Nova Scotia surf waterfront - Supervisor must be able to visit the site within 3 hours - Estimated contract value: $253,221.36 CAD (including options) - Place of performance: Ingonish Beach, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Description

Parks Canada Agency requires lifeguard supervision services at a popular oceanfront swimming area with surf conditions in Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia. The contract includes providing lifeguard supervision, beach ocean condition reporting, first aid services, and necessary equipment and uniforms. The contract duration is approximately 11 months starting April 22, 2026. The procurement is conducted via an Advance Contract Award Notice allowing other suppliers to submit statements of capabilities before award.

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