Opportunity
Merx #227939
Construction Trades Solicitation for Diefenbaker Elementary School Replacement, Richmond, BC
Posted
April 15, 2026
Respond By
May 14, 2026
Identifier
227939
NAICS
238990, 238190, 238290, 237990
School District 38 Richmond is seeking tenders for the construction of a new two-story elementary school to replace the existing Diefenbaker Elementary School in Richmond, BC. - Government Buyer: - School District 38 Richmond - Project Scope: - Demolition of existing school structures - Construction of a new, stand-alone elementary school with a 465-student capacity - Lightweight structural steel frame, built above flood construction level - Compliance with current building codes, sustainability, energy efficiency, and accessibility standards - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of construction trades, including: - Cast in place concrete - Structural steel - Preformed metal siding - Modified bituminous membrane roofing - Glazed aluminum curtain wall - Mechanical and electrical systems - Civil works - Architectural woodwork - Damproofing and waterproofing - Spray applied insulation and fireproofing - Doors, frames, hardware supply - Steel stud/insulation/gypsum wallboard - Ceramic tile - Acoustic ceiling - Resilient flooring and carpeting - Sprung gym wood floor - Painting - Whiteboards and tackboards - Toilet partitions - Operable walls - Washroom accessories supply - Security rollshutters - Signage - Gymnasium equipment - Electric traction elevator - Landscaping and irrigation - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Pre-qualification required for certain trades - Adherence to modern building standards and flood construction requirements
Description
This tender opportunity is for the construction of a new two-story elementary school with a capacity of 465 students in Richmond, British Columbia. The project involves complete demolition of existing blocks and construction of a new stand-alone school with a lightweight structural steel frame, built to meet current codes, sustainability, energy efficiency, and accessibility standards. The solicitation includes both pre-qualified trades (such as concrete, structural steel, mechanical, electrical) and open public tenders for various construction components (including architectural woodwork, painting, landscaping, and more). The deadline for tender submissions is May 14, 2026, with a cut-off for tender RFIs on May 7, 2026.