Opportunity
British Columbia BCBid #38459MJ0000
Supply and Installation of Wi-Fi at Three Remote Rest Areas on Highway 37, BC
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
38459MJ0000
NAICS
238210, 237130
This opportunity seeks the supply and installation of Wi-Fi systems at three remote rest areas on Highway 37 in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Transportation and Transit, British Columbia - Supported by Federal Government funding via the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) - Scope of Work: - Supply and installation of Wi-Fi systems at Bell 1, Bob Quinn, and North Burrage Brake Check rest areas - Use of satellite communications and fibre optic technology for connectivity - Power systems to include solar panels and propane - Civil, electrical, and structural work required - Products and Materials: - Precast concrete roadside barriers (11 units) - Granular materials (152 units) - Organic stripping (35 units) - Foundation excavation (26 units) - Services: - Mobilization, quality management, site modifications, traffic management - Clearing, procurement and fabrication of equipment and assemblies - Installation at each of the three sites - Unique Requirements: - Integration of satellite and fibre optic technology for remote connectivity - Off-grid power solutions (solar and propane) - Work in remote, rural locations with challenging logistics - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are identified in the notice or attachments.
Description
This Invitation to Tender is for the supply and installation of Wi-Fi at three remote rest areas on Highway 37 (Bell 1, Bob Quinn, North Burrage Brake Check). The system will use satellite communications and fibre optic technology, powered by solar panels and propane, to provide reliable internet access. The project includes civil, electrical, and structural work with detailed schedules and quantities provided. Funding is provided by the Federal Government under the Canada-British Columbia Natural Resources Canada - Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF). Bidders must submit tenders electronically or by hard copy as specified, and inquiries should be directed to the project contact.