Opportunity

CanadaBuys #305-375-026

Port aux Basques Navigation Improvement Project – Marine Construction Services Sought

Posted

July 07, 2026

Respond By

December 11, 2026

Identifier

305-375-026

NAICS

237990

This opportunity is for the Port aux Basques Navigation Improvement Project, issued by Marine Atlantic Inc., a Canadian Crown corporation under the Government of Canada. - Government Buyer: - Marine Atlantic Inc. (Government of Canada) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Marine construction services for navigation improvements at Port aux Basques Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador - Removal of Vardys Rock landmass and breakwater improvements (Pikes I.) - Demolition and disposal of structures, debris, and electrical components - Relocation and disposal of overburden - Removal of earth materials and bedrock to a specified depth (-9.5m Chart Datum) - Reinforcement of infill areas with armourstone - Use of marine construction techniques: drilling, blasting, dredging, and excavation - Reuse of materials where possible - Unique or Notable Requirements: - RFP is open only to Canadian suppliers or those from eligible trading partners (CFTA, CETA, CPTPP, Canada-UK TCA) - Proponents must prequalify based on organizational structure, experience, methodology, compliance, financial capacity, and pricing - Confidentiality agreement required to access RFP documents - Proponent team members may only participate with one proponent - Proposals must be submitted electronically in English

Description

Marine Atlantic Inc. is soliciting proposals for the removal of Vardys Rock and associated breakwater improvements in Port aux Basques Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador. The project aims to improve navigation and vessel maneuvering, develop new land for harbour protection, and enhance lobster habitat. Work includes demolition, disposal, relocation of materials, and removal of earth and bedrock using marine construction techniques such as drilling, blasting, dredging, and excavation. The project duration is approximately one year, with completion required by the end of Q1 2028.

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