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Parks Canada Solicits Ongoing Wildlife Fencing Repair Services for Lake Louise, Yoho, and Kootenay

This opportunity is for ongoing wildlife fencing repair services in the Lake Louise, Yoho, and Kootenay areas, managed by the Parks Canada Agency (PCA). - Government Buyer: - Parks Canada Agency (PCA), National Contracting Services, Calgary, AB - Contracting Authority: Daniel Nguyen - Scope of Work: - Ongoing, on-demand repair and replacement of wildlife fencing along Highway 93 South and Highway 1 - Tasks include: - Repair and replacement of fence posts, fencing, and gates - Installation, tightening, and reinforcement of tree catcher wire (galvanized aircraft cable) - Repair and replacement of anti-predator chain link aprons (9-gauge, 120 cm galvanized chain-link, buried at least 50 cm) - Fence height extensions to 3.66 meters using metal posts or equivalent - Removal and disposal of fallen trees along fence lines - Mobilization/demobilization and travel between repair sites - Materials (wooden posts, fencing, chain link apron, turnbuckles, tree catcher wire, fasteners) are supplied by Parks Canada - Key Requirements: - Repairs must be completed within seven days of each task authorization - Compliance with the National Park Act and Parks Canada Best Management Practices - Detailed reporting and photo documentation required for each repair - Contractor responsible for planning, purchasing, coordination, and proper disposal of damaged materials - Some welding may be subcontracted separately - Contract Structure: - Base period from contract award to March 31, 2027 - Two one-year option periods (April 1, 2027–March 31, 2028 and April 1, 2028–March 31, 2029) - Services are provided on an as-needed, unit price basis - Eligibility: - Open to Canadian suppliers and eligible international trading partners - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as the contract is service-based and materials are government-supplied - Notable/Unique Requirements: - Rapid response (7-day completion) - Environmental and safety compliance - Fence height extensions to prevent wildlife crossings during snow accumulation - All work must minimize impact on wildlife and park operations

Description

Parks Canada Agency requires ongoing repair services to fix damage to wildlife fencing along Highway 93 South and on Highway 1 between Castle Junction and the West border of Yoho National Park. The work includes repair and replacement of fence posts, fencing, anti-predator chain link apron, tree catcher wire, gates, and fence height extensions. Repairs must be completed within seven calendar days of authorization and include removal and disposal of damaged materials, location flagging, and submission of reports and invoices. The contract duration is 8 months starting July 31, 2026, with options to extend to March 31, 2028 and March 31, 2029.

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