CanadaBuys #9F030 - 20260028

Canadian Space Agency Seeks Snow Removal and Ice Control Services for Longueuil Facility

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is seeking comprehensive snow removal and ice control services for the John H. Chapman Space Centre in Longueuil, Quebec. - Government Buyer: - Canadian Space Agency (CSA), Purchasing Office - Contact: Marie-France Chrtien - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the CSA is the only agency mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - Full-service snow removal and ice control for parking lots, sidewalks, emergency exits, and circulation routes - Required equipment includes: - Snow removal equipment for sidewalks and grassed access (max 60-inch width, max 1,800 kg, min 30 HP, blade and blower) - Salt and abrasive spreaders for parking lots and sidewalks - Industrial snow blower (min 8-foot width, min 6,000 kg, continuous operation) - Snowplow equipment (min 10-foot blade, min 6,000 kg) - Biodegradable, non-toxic de-icing salt and abrasives (must be non-staining, leave no residue, and meet environmental standards) - Services include: - 24/7 snow and ice management during winter (Nov 1 – Apr 30) - Clearing snow at 2.5 cm accumulation - Maintaining safe access to emergency exits, fire hydrants, and main entrances - Manual snow clearing in inaccessible areas - Response to service calls within 1 hour - Additional snow removal services for accumulations above 250 cm per season (compensated per cm) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All equipment and materials must comply with CSA and environmental standards - Use of biodegradable, non-toxic de-icing products - Participation in carbon neutrality initiatives may be required - Fixed monthly rates for standard services; hourly and unit rates for additional services - Strict response time and 24/7 availability during the winter season

Description

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is soliciting proposals for snow removal and ice control services at the John H. Chapman Space Centre in Longueuil, Quebec. The contract includes providing equipment, labor, and de-icing salt during the winter season. The contract duration is 7 months, from award date to April 30, 2027, with optional extensions for up to four additional one-year periods. A site visit is scheduled for August 11, 2026, and bidders must confirm attendance by August 10, 2026.

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