INVITATION TO SUBMIT AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is asking interested parties to provide information for a potential lease of space that meets the following criteria:

Section A: Lease Components

•        a lease term of approximately 10 years, commencing on or about April 1, 2027, plus an option to extend the lease for one (1) additional period of three (3) years;

•        approximately 171 usable square metres (um2) of contiguous office space, 1,240 um2 of contiguous warehouse space, 4,000 um2 of contiguous fenced compound space and one (1) parking space;

•        the proposed space must be available approximately 43 weeks prior to the above-noted lease commencement date so all space(s) may be prepared for occupancy;

•         the proposed space should satisfy or be capable of satisfying the following criteria:

1.        the proposed office space must:

•        be contiguous;

•        daytime cleaning must be available;

•        be located on the main floor;

2.        the proposed warehouse space must have:

•        be contiguous and on one floor;

•        be heated, or have the capability to be heated;

•        a minimum unobstructed warehouse ceiling height of 6.1 metres (20’), measured from the top of the finished floor to the underside of the lowest obstruction of the ceiling, including HVAC, electrical, and sprinkler system;

•        a minimum floor loading capacity of 7.2 kPa (150.4 Ibs per square foot);

•        one (1) grade level overhead door, having a minimum size of 3.7 metres wide x 4.9 metres high (12’ x 16’), connecting to the warehouse;

•        one (1) grade level overhead door, having a minimum size of 6.1 metres wide x 4.9 metres high (20’ x 16’), connecting to the warehouse;

•        one (1) raised loading dock with dock leveler with sufficient height to accommodate easy access of large trucks and trailers, consisting of a maximum trailer length of 21.3 metres (70’), and having a minimum overhead door size of 2.4 metres wide x 3 metres high (8’ x 10’);

•        capacity to install a separate pedestrian door next to each overhead door;

•        must have, or have the capacity to install, a floor drain(s);

•        adequate power to operate forklift chargers and other equipment (220V/240V);

•        adequate plumbing to accommodate the installation of a vehicle wash bay and eye wash station;

•        HVAC system sufficient for a storage garage;

3.        the proposed compound space must:

•        be contiguous;

•        be adjacent to the proposed warehouse;

•        must have, or have the capacity to install, electric vehicle charging stations;

4.        the proposed space must have all the basic utilities, including telecommunications, water, sewer, gas and electricity;

5.        be fully accessible to persons with a disability;

6.        a dedicated telecommunication/equipment room measuring no less than 20 um² within the proposed space must be provided; this area will not form part of the Lessee’s usable area noted above but will be included in the rentable area calculation;

7.        the dimensions of the proposed space must be compatible for efficient design and use;

8.        the physical characteristics of the lands and the building and the area and environment surrounding it, including neighbouring land uses, shall be compatible with the Lessee’s intended use of the accommodation;

9.        parking for approximately three (3) vehicles must be available to the public within a one (1) block radius of the proposed space;

•        the proposed space must be located within the City of Edmonton limits or within 2 km from the Anthony Henday freeway;

•        on or before the lease commencement date, the proposed space will have to comply with all requirements contained in PSPC’s Standards for Leased Accommodation, a copy of which may be obtained from the contact listed in Section F;

Note: PSPC may wish to visit or inspect the proposed space upon reasonable notice and a threat and risk assessment may be undertaken in order to assess potential threats to the security of the proposed space and to the public.

A contracting officer can use limited tendering for specific reasons outlined in the applicable trade agreements. The reason for this contract is described below:

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