Opportunity
Merx #0000320535
Town of Gillam 2026 Granular Roads Renewal and Drainage Improvements Solicitation
Posted
April 24, 2026
Respond By
May 14, 2026
Identifier
0000320535
NAICS
237310, 237990
The Town of Gillam, Manitoba is seeking qualified contractors for the 2026 Granular Roads Renewal and Associated Drainage Improvements project. - Government Buyer: - Town of Gillam, Manitoba - Scope of Work: - Resurfacing approximately 11.2 km of gravel roads - Drainage improvements including culvert installation, subgrade repair, and erosion control - Key tasks: - Mobilization of equipment - Removal and placement of metal pipe culverts (approx. 290 meters removed, 439 meters placed) - Installation of 10,700 m² of non-woven geotextile fabric - Placement of 370 m³ of stone rip-rap for erosion control - Seeding of 2,210 m² with native grass - Supply and installation of beaver control devices - Surface preparation and placement of granular base course (17,550 m³ supplied by Town) - Use of heavy equipment (hydraulic excavator, crawler tractor, semi-trailer) - Dust control and silt fence barrier installation - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs or proprietary products required; all materials and equipment must meet project specifications - All work to comply with environmental and safety standards - Notable Requirements: - Contractor prequalification, licensing, insurance, and safety plan required - 12-month warranty period after completion - Liquidated damages of $6,000 per day for late completion - Electronic bid submission with lump sum pricing - Period of Performance: - Work to be performed between June and October 2026, with a maximum of 100 working days - Locations: - Work across multiple sites in Gillam, including Landing Lake Road, Rudy Gaider Sr. Road, Waste Treatment Plant, Kettle Camp Access, Dike 4/5 Access, and the Gillam landfill site
Description
The Town of Gillam is seeking bids for resurfacing all gravel roads as outlined in the attached documents during the 2026 construction season, commencing as early as June 1, 2026. The project includes granular roads renewal and associated drainage improvements within the Town of Gillam, Manitoba. Completion of the work is expected by the last day of October 2026. The bid submission is electronic and the project is governed under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) and North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).