This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Nain, Newfoundland. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The Nunatsiavut Government is planning to build a new certified airport for the Inuit Community of Nain, NL to replace the existing airport infrastructure that is currently under stress from the effects of climate change. The new site will have a gravel airstrip measuring 5000 ft in length and 100 ft in width, exclusive of the manoeuvring areas, with a surface area of approximately 1300 m² set aside for future development. The New Airport will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to serve the local population during all seasons and will act as the centre for emergency response for the region. The construction of an access road to connect Nain to the New Airport is part of the Project. The Project is presently at the stage of feasibility studies which should be completed by the end of 2024. As part of this stage, data will be collected and feasibility studies will be carried out, in particular the following studies will be conducted: R1 – Weather Station and collect data (phase 1) R2 – Topographic survey R3 – Environmental Review - Desktop Assessment R4 – Surficial geology, geomorphology, permafrost and hydrogeological investigations R5 – Weather studies and report (phase 2) R6 – Hydrological study R7 – Electrical Power Supply Alternatives R8 – Preliminary engineering services R9 – Preliminary architectural design services R10 – Construction and supply strategy R11 – Cost estimation R12 – Environmental Impact Assessment NG is currently seeking proposals to provide Construction and supply strategy (R10) Project delivery mode strategy of the Project and affected areas, considering that the Project is at the feasibility study stage. The successful Proponent will be responsible to advise the NG of a delivery mode strategy that would allow for a fast-tracked project delivery of Nain’s new airport relocation, including required roads, and other infrastructure required to deliver a full operational airport, safe, sustainable, and, in compliance with the applicable laws and regulatory authorities. Duration: 1 year Official bid documents must be obtained from www.merx.com and bid submissions must be done through the Merx platform.