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.