Renovation of an elderly care / assisted living facility in Chicoutimi, Quebec. Design plans call for the renovation of a elderly care / assisted living facility.

Essentially, the project DST3479 consists of making the building compliant in terms of fire protection mainly by adding a sprinkler system throughout the building. Initially, it will be necessary to revalidate the classification of the building at the level of the Building Code. To our knowledge, the building was considered B2, during the redevelopment of the 2nd floor in 2018. And, if necessary, include the necessary corrective measures in the project to comply with current standards. Secondly, design a fire protection system for the entire building including the addition of sprinklers on all floors, including the basement. The system must comply with current regulations In the event that the existing fire protection system is not compatible with the new equipment to be installed, it must be replaced and included as part of the project. The water supply to the building is the original one via a 6" cast iron pipe approximately 420 ft long and a drop of +45 ft, between the city network and the exterior of the building's foundation. building. This is divided into a 6 in. branch supplying a hydrant and reduced to 2 in., for the domestic water inlet of the building. TIMELINE: Request for proposals for architectural services to complete design and conduct construction surveillance is closed. Reference number: 1824672. Information can be followed in the report under ID name: DST3749 - CHSLD Delage Three-Storey Fire Protection System Upgrades - Architectural Services. Contract for engineering services has been awarded following request for proposals # 4255. Reference Number: 1800094. Tender and construction schedules will be finalized at a later date. Further update in fall, 2025.