Opportunity

CanadaBuys #RFP-26-06

Amherst Stadium Ammonia Refrigeration Plant Replacement – Design-Build Solicitation

Posted

June 26, 2026

Respond By

July 30, 2026

Identifier

RFP-26-06

NAICS

238220, 541330

The Town of Amherst, Nova Scotia, is seeking qualified firms to fully replace the ammonia refrigeration plant at Amherst Stadium. - Government buyer: Town of Amherst, Nova Scotia - Scope includes: - Design, engineering, supply, installation, commissioning, and startup of a new ammonia refrigeration system - Demolition and removal of the existing refrigeration plant - Integration of modern controls and energy-efficient equipment - Coordination with other contractors and authorities - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders must propose suitable equipment and solutions - Proponents must demonstrate experience with similar refrigeration projects completed within the past five years - The existing system will remain operational during construction - Contract duration is 12 months - Emphasis on reliability, energy efficiency, and modern controls - Procurement governed by the Canadian Free Trade Agreement

Description

The Town of Amherst is seeking proposals for the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and startup of a complete replacement ammonia refrigeration plant for Amherst Stadium in Amherst, Nova Scotia. The project involves replacing the existing ammonia refrigeration system while retaining the arena infrastructure, focusing on reliability, energy efficiency, and modern controls. The successful proponent will manage the entire scope including equipment design, engineering, supply, installation, controls, startup, commissioning, demolition of the old system, and coordination with other contractors and authorities. A mandatory site visit is scheduled, and proponents must demonstrate experience with similar refrigeration projects within the past five years. The existing refrigeration system will remain operational during construction, and the contract duration is 12 months under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement.

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