24176-C Modernization of the Baldwin-Coaticook Fish Hatchery Control System

This tender, identified as 24176-C, is for the modernization of the control system at the Baldwin-Coaticook Fish Hatchery. The scope of work falls under the categories of Buildings, as well as construction and maintenance related to building trades. The procurement method is a negotiated contract, meaning the contract will be awarded directly without a public call for tenders. The justification for this method is Article 13, Paragraph 2°, which allows for a single contractor in cases involving warranties, proprietary rights, or exclusive rights. The contracting authority is the Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (Ministry of Environment, Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife and Parks). This procurement likely aims to upgrade or replace an existing control system within the fish hatchery, potentially involving specialized equipment or software that is proprietary or requires specific vendor expertise for integration and maintenance. The rationale suggests that a particular contractor may hold exclusive rights or that the modernization requires unique capabilities tied to an existing system, making a competitive process impractical or impossible. The project is crucial for the operational efficiency and environmental management of the fish hatchery.

This is a works contract in the agriculture and food security and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Fisheries and Buildings. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the agriculture and food security sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.