Opportunity
CanadaBuys #20143722
Elevator Modernization for UQAM Sports Center in Montréal
Posted
May 06, 2026
Respond By
June 02, 2026
Identifier
20143722
NAICS
238290, 811219
This opportunity involves the modernization of an aging elevator at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) Sports Center in Montréal, Québec. - Government Buyer: - Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM), Service des immeubles - Scope of Work: - Modernization of the Sports Center elevator, in service for approximately 30 years - Replacement of key components: - Braking system - Motor - Speed control - Emergency brakes - Suspension cables - Transformer - Variable frequency and voltage drive system - Recovery and reinstallation of some existing equipment - Cleaning and maintenance interventions - Excludes cabin finish replacements - Preparation of workshop drawings and immediate equipment ordering after contract award - 12-month maintenance period following final acceptance - Eligibility and Requirements: - Only contractors with a permanent establishment in Quebec and proper licensing under the Building Act are eligible - Contractor must minimize disruption to users during the project - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned in the solicitation - Locations: - Work performed at UQAM Sports Center, 1212, rue Sanguinet, Montréal, Québec - Contracting office: UQAM, Service des immeubles, Montréal, Québec - Bid submission at 1200, rue Berri, Quai de réception des marchandises, Montréal, Québec
Description
Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is soliciting bids for the modernization of the elevator at the Sports Center located in Montréal, Québec. The elevator, in service for about thirty years, requires replacement of key components such as the braking system, motor, speed control, and suspension cables, excluding cabin finish replacements. The work must be scheduled to minimize impact on users, with a critical timeline requiring completion by January 8, 2027, and full operational status by January 8, 2028. A 12-month maintenance period following final acceptance is included in the contract price.