Renovation of a stadium in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Completed plans call for the renovation of a stadium.

The Work to be done under the Contract shall consist of the decommissioning, removal, and replacement of the ammonia evaporative condenser system at Transcona East End Arena, 517 Pandora Ave E., Winnipeg, including all required structural, mechanical, and electrical modifications to support the new system, as per Appendix A. The major components of the Work are as follows: (a) Decommissioning and removal of the existing ammonia evaporative condenser, related refrigerant piping, glycol piping, water supply and drain piping, and electrical devices. (b) Recovery and safe storage of ammonia (R-717) and glycol fluids in accordance with approved safety procedures. (c) Installation of one new evaporative condenser, including: (i) New inlet and outlet isolation valves and purge valves for future servicing. (ii) Relief valves installed to meet current code requirements. (iii) CRN-registered condenser rated for 911.60 MBH at 95F condensing and 75F wet bulb temperature. (d) Mechanical modifications including: (i) Installation of a glycol cooling circuit compatible with the existing compressors. (ii) One new glycol expansion tank with level indicator. (iii) Reconnection of pressure switches, gauges, and flow switches to the new system. (e) Structural modifications and upgrades to existing condenser stand, including: (i) Cleaning, buffing, and epoxy painting of the steel frame. (ii) Reinforcing corroded areas, adding stiffeners at beam-column junctions. (iii) Additional bracing in the short direction to prevent further leaning. (iv) Adding gussets for eccentrically loaded columns and new anchor bolts to piles. (v) Top layer of beams to be removed and re-welded to accommodate the new condenser. (vi) All welding to be performed by CWB-certified welders and inspected per CSA W59. (f) Electrical systems including: (i) New sub-panel (as required), conduit, wiring, circuit breakers, and disconnects. (ii) Connection and controls for condenser fan motor (VFD-compatible). (iii) Mylar labelling of all new equipment and control devices. (g) Installation of a condenser water circulation pump interlocked with condenser and compressor operations. (h) Provide storage for the new condenser in a secured facility until the scheduled commencement of the project in early July 2026, or sooner upon notification by the Contract Administrator. The work must be completed in accordance with the Substantial Performance Date D19 and Total Performance Date D20 to ensure there is no disruption to arena operations If the Contract Price exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00), the Contractor shall provide and maintain contract security until the expiration of the warranty period in the form of: (a) a performance bond of a company registered to conduct the business of a surety in Manitoba, in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the Contract Price; and (b) labour and material payment bond of a company registered to conduct the business of a surety in Manitoba, in an amount equal to fifty percent (50%) of the Contract Price. (c) an irrevocable standby letter of credit issued by a bank or other financial institution registered to conduct business in Manitoba and drawn on a branch located in Winnipeg, in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the Contract Price; or (d) a certified cheque or draft payable to "The City of Winnipeg", drawn on a bank or other financial institution registered to conduct business in Manitoba, in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the Contract Price. The Contractor shall provide and maintain the following insurance coverage: (a) commercial general liability insurance, in the amount of at least two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) inclusive, with The City of Winnipeg added as an additional insured, with a cross-liability clause, such liability policy to also contain contractual liability, limited sudden & accidental pollution liability, unlicensed motor vehicle liability, non-owned automobile liability and products and completed operations, to remain in place at all times during the performance of the Work and throughout the warranty period; (b) if applicable, Automobile Liability Insurance covering all motor vehicles, owned and operated and used or to be used by the Contractor directly or indirectly in the performance of the Work. The Limit of Liability shall not be less than $2,000,000 inclusive for loss or damage including personal injuries and death resulting from any one accident or occurrence; (c) all risks course of construction insurance in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total Contract Price, written in the name of the Contractor and The City of Winnipeg, at all times during the performance of the Work and until the date of Total Performance Question Deadline 08/15/2025 Any enquiries concerning submitting through MERX should be addressed to: MERX Customer Support Phone: 1-800-964-6379 Email: merx@merx.com the Bidder shall notify the Contract Administrator of the error, discrepancy or omission, or request a clarification as to the meaning or intent of the provision at least five (5) Business Days prior to the Submission Deadline The funds available for this contract are $250,000.00 Documents can be obtained from https://www.merx.com and bid submissions must be done through the Merx platform. Award is subject to final approval