CanadaBuys #2026-00562

CFIA Solicitation for Fall Protection Planning, Training, and Equipment Inspection Services in Quebec

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is seeking a contractor to support ship cargo hold inspections in Quebec by providing specialized fall protection services. - Government Buyer: - Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Contracting and Procurement Policy Division - Contracting officer: Catherine Clairoux - Services Requested: - Joint development and implementation of a Fall Protection Plan for ship cargo hold inspections - Periodic review and updates of the plan - Practical and theoretical training in fall prevention, belay techniques, and safe work methods for CFIA employees - Training must be delivered by SPRAT-certified trainers - Includes initial and refresher courses (every three years) - Training tailored to ship cargo hold inspection context - All necessary equipment provided during training - Annual and on-demand inspection of fall protection equipment - Inspection reports and records maintained per employee - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canada Labour Code (Part II) and CSA Standard Z259 - Services must be delivered in both English and French - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to competitive proposals - Work performed at contractor's site in Quebec; no travel required for CFIA employees - Period of Performance: - Initial contract from award to March 31, 2027 - Three additional one-year option periods at the Crown's discretion - Places of Performance: - Montreal, Quebec City, Saint-Hyacinthe, and contractor's site in Quebec - No security requirements or applicable trade agreements

Description

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requires services to support the inspection of ship cargo holds prior to loading. This includes the joint development and implementation of a Fall Protection Plan, which must be reviewed and updated periodically. The scope also includes mandatory training in fall prevention and safe work methods for CFIA employees, as well as annual inspection of fall protection equipment used during ship cargo hold inspections. The contract period is from award to March 31, 2027, with three additional one-year option periods. Work will be performed in Quebec, Canada, including Montreal, Quebec City, and Saint-Hyacinthe regions.

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