British Columbia BCBid #NOI 24526

BC Hydro Consulting Services for Submarine Transmission Cable Removal and Decommissioning

This opportunity involves the British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) seeking expert consulting services for the Vancouver Island Transmission Reinforcement Project. - Government Buyer: - British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) - Scope of Work: - Specialized consulting services for the removal and decommissioning of aging submarine transmission cables - Development of industry best practices for safe de-oiling, decommissioning, and removal of submarine cables affected by fatigue damage - Expert advice on cable removal from the seabed and installation of new AC cables in the same corridor - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Consultants must demonstrate extensive relevant experience and recognized expertise in submarine cable removal and decommissioning - Compliance with Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - All responses must be submitted in English

Description

BC Hydro requires specialized consulting services to support the Vancouver Island Transmission Reinforcement Project by developing industry best practices for the safe de-oiling and decommissioning of aging submarine cables affected by fatigue damage. The scope includes expert advice on cable removal from the seabed, decommissioning activities, and the installation of new AC cables within the same corridor. Due to the highly specialized nature of the work, BC Hydro issued a Notice of Intent to direct award a contract to qualified consultants with extensive relevant experience and recognized expertise in the field. The delivery or completion date is December 26, 2026. This opportunity is subject to Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and all responses should be in English.

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