SaskTenders

SaskPower Customer Experience and Ad Hoc & On Demand Research Competition

Request for Expression of Interest

SaskPower Customer Experience and Ad Hoc & On Demand Research Competition

October/November 2023

The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking the services of one or more experienced market research firms to provide full-service research support to SaskPower for a best practice customer experience program and ad hoc & on demand primary research services. 

The scope of this proposal includes, but is not limited to:

• A best practice customer experience measurement program providing annual research and insights about each SaskPower customer segment; and,
• Ad hoc & on demand research pertaining to customer programs, services, and internal and external stakeholder research on a variety of topics including attitudes and opinions.

Suppliers must identify in their proposal whether they are submitting for the full contract (customer experience and ad hoc & on demand) or for which one of the two-part research requirements.

Suppliers must demonstrate professional experience in:

• Quantitative services including multi-mode surveys including online and telephone, questionnaire development, data coding and cleaning, statistical analysis, reporting, and presentation of results;
• Qualitative services including in-person and online focus groups, in-depth interviewing, and creative testing;
• Strategic consulting on quantitative and qualitative research projects including project management, account management, sample development, interpretation of research results, and report preparation and delivery;
• Extensive knowledge of Saskatchewan markets.

The account is for one year with the opportunity to renew for 5 additional one-year terms.  Any renewal will be subject to yearly client/agency evaluations and mutual agreement.  Renewals are authorized by Communications Services, Executive Council. 

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like more information about the account, please email commtenders@gov.sk.ca and you will receive a copy of the RFP.

Companies interested in pursuing this account should submit a brief letter of intent (not exceeding two pages). The letter should specifically articulate why your experience and capabilities relative to the criteria above make your firm the best choice for this account. Please include two client references who can speak to your ability in the criteria above. Also, bidding firms must identify any intent to use subcontractors, and include a description of the scope of services. From the responses, a shortlist of firms will be developed. These firms will be asked to prepare a proposal and may be asked to demonstrate their capability in an in-person presentation to a selection panel.

Bidding suppliers must immediately disclose to Communications Services, Executive Council any actual or potential conflict of interest which currently exists or which may arise during the period of the competition. Bidding suppliers who are not registered with Communications Services must begin the registration process prior to submitting a letter of intent. Registration forms can be found at https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/doing-business-with-government/information-for-communications-and-print-service-providers#step-2 or contact commtenders@gov.sk.ca

Letters of intent should be marked “SaskPower Customer Experience and Ad Hoc & On Demand Research Competition" and must be received by email to commtenders@gov.sk.ca no later t

SIGA BOCA & Box Office Tickets

Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is seeking a vendor to provide SIGA BOCA & Box Office Tickets for SIGA’s Casinos. The yearly
consumption estimate is 50,000 BOCA Tickets and 100,000 Box Office Tickets depending on the frequency of events at each location. For
each order, the quantity and distribution of the tickets for each casino will be determined at the time of ordering.
SIGA is looking to establish a two (2) plus three (3) one (1) year renewal Standing Offer Agreement with the successful vendor to supply
and deliver all required BOCA & Box Office Tickets on an “if and when needed” basis to SIGA’s Central Office & it’s casino sites where
indicated.

 Fully completed bid submission (all sections and tables) by the closing date and sent by one of the following options:
Email or fax. (No zip files). Note: Files over 10 mb may need to be sent in multiple emails (Number each email
accordingly).
 Bidders must have at least three years experience in providing similar services. Bidder should identify the number of years
in business and detailed qualifications as it pertains to the products in this Invitation to Tender, and provide with bid
submission.
 All pricing quoted must be in Canadian Dollars and the prices listed above shall be the total cost to SIGA including all,
shipping/freight, enviro fees, duties, license costs, fees, insurance and all other charges including applicable taxes as
itemized in the chart provided.
 The pricing listed in the Bid submission shall be valid for 30 days from the submission deadline date.
 SIGA reserves the right to contact any or all Bidders to clarify their submission.
 Standard warranty terms and conditions information sheet to be included with bid submission.
 Bidders are to provide, with bid submission, three (3) references where the services provided was similar to the services
listed above and service was provided in Saskatchewan within the last five (5) years. (all contact information to be provided
(name, email, phone, address)

2023 XL Super Cab 4x4, Pickup Truck with 8’ Box

The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) conducting a Request for Quotation for the purchase of

One (1) brand new 2023 Ford F150 XL Super Cab 4x4, pickup truck with 8’ box for the Painted Hand Casino in Yorkton, SK.

Substitute models will be accepted only if specifications are the same/similar to the vehicle specs provided in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2. Bidders must provide, at their own cost, a comparison with respects to all features, options, packages, and specifications.  If vehicle quoted on has additional features, provide a list of the additional features associated costs in the appropriate space in the pricing list and support it with an information sheet.

Please download all required documentation

Veeam Maintenance Renewal

Specifications/Special Instructions:

The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) seeks to purchase Veeam Maintenance Renewals as per the specifications listed in the table with the potential for extension of renewals.

Special Instructions to Bidders:

1. No substitutes will be accepted. No delivery required, licensing only. 

2. Price quoted in Canadian Dollars $CAD and the prices listed above shall be the total cost to SIGA including enviro fees, duties, license costs, fees, insurance and all other charges as applicable.  Applicable taxes shall be added in the space provided.

3. The pricing listed in the Bid Submission shall be valid for 30 days from the submission deadline date.

4. SIGA reserves the right to contact any or all Bidders to clarify their submission as required.

5. Following the review of Year 1 of Veeam licensing and Support, SIGA may request to extend an additional two – one-year renewal options, please provide the List Pricing discount on the initial year and potential renewal years as in TABLE #2.

6. Appendix 1 outlines the expiration dates of current Veeam contracts.

BDPS Flanges, Pipe Supply

Boundary Dam Power Station is seeking the supply of several Pipe Flanges

MATERIAL MUST CONFORM TO CURRENT ASME SECTION II CODE.  ALL FITTINGS MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE SASKATCHEWAN BOILERS BRANCH PLEASE SUPPLY WITH SHIPMENT THE APPROPRIATE TEST REPORTS FOR THE ABOVE MATERIALS.

This opportunity can be downloaded at:  www.merx.com/saskpower.

This RFQ is available on MERX, and all amendments, addenda, clarifications, and further instructions will also be posted on MERX. It is the responsibility of a Proponent to ensure it has received all addenda, amendments and acknowledge with submission and other documents posted on MERX concerning the RFQ, and prepare its Proposal based on SaskPower requirements as stated in its RFQ documents.

** Special Notice: Effective September 18th 2017 SaskPower will not accept paper-based submissions. Please submit your Proposal through the MERX Electronic Bid Submission (EBS) system

Tender for Sidewalks

The Town of Grenfell is requesting tenders to supply labour, materials and equipment to remove and

replace sidewalks at the following locations with the listed specifications:

Emke’s Automotive Supplies LTD. -818 Desmond Street- on Regina Avenue location-85 feet in length x 4 feet wide x 4 inches thick;

North side of Grenfell Committee High School -1001 Grey Ave. 35 feet in length x 11 feet wide x 4 inches thick;

706 Grey Avenue -16 feet in length x 5 feet wide x 4 inches thick;

723 Anderson Street -70 feet in length x 5 feet wide x 4 inches thick;

Cornerstone Credit Union Bank-736 Desmond Street- 24 feet in length x 6.5 feet wide x 6 inches thick;

Grenfell Child Care Center -513 Anderson Street -40 feet in length x 5 feet wide x 4 inches thick; and

405 Desmond Street -12 feet in length x 4feet wide x 4 inches thick

The scope of work includes:

• Cut and remove existing sidewalk;
• Excavate existing base as required to allow for new granular base;
• Truck away concrete rubble and excavated base. The site provided by the Town at the Transfer Station;
• Supply and compact 6” thick of type 32 granular base;
• Supply and install 10M rebar spaced at 16” OC. Dowel 10M rebar into existing foundation;
• Supply, place and finish 32 mpa concrete;
• Strip forms, and saw cut to control joints at 10’ OC; and
• Demobilize,  clean up and backfill with like material.

The following information must be contained in the written and sealed submission received by the Town on or before the deadline:

• Contact name, address and phone number of the bidder;
• Total cost for the work including GST and PST;
• A statement of start date and completion date by June 2024;
• Copy of Insurance and WCB coverage clearance;
• Signature of the bidder.

Dry docking the Riverhurst Ferry

The Government of Saskatchewan (GOS) intends to contract with Neufeld Building Movers Ltd. on the basis that they are the only supplier able to provide the service to remove the Riverhurst Ferry from the water and transport it to the Ministry’s yard in preparation of the Dry Dock Inspection required by Transport Canada. When all inspections and repair work are complete Neufeld Building Movers Ltd. will then return the vessel to the water for the start of the 2024 season.

The purpose of this ACAN is to signal GOS's intention to award a contract for these services to Neufeld Building Movers Ltd. located in Warman, Saskatchewan. Before awarding a contract however, GOS provides other possible candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate that they are capable of satisfying the minimum essential requirements set out in this Notice, by submitting a Statement of Capabilities on or before the response deadline.

CA Surfacing - Area 7500 Trapline Crushing (H23140)

SFRFP 230065, Area 7500 Trapline Crushing (H23140)

Supply, Production, and Stockpiling of Aggregate in the vicinity of the town of Hodgeville, Glenbain, Gravelbourg, Neville, Ponteix, Cadillac, Kincaid, Mankota, Masefield, Val Marie, Glenworth, Wood Mountain, Rockglen, Shamrock and Coderre; for a TOTAL OF 21 STOCKPILES. The Project is anticipated to be tendered in September 2023 with construction anticipated October 2023.

Category of Work: CA – Surfacing

Prequalified Consultants being held in a probationary status at time of competition close and evaluation, should reference the Professional Services Procurement Manual - PSPM 100-04 for additional information pertaining to their eligibility to participate in this competition. For questions regarding a Consultants status, contact the competition contact indicated in SFRFP 230065.

Electric Utility Terrain Vehicle

This Request for Bid is an invitation by the Government of Saskatchewan to prospective Proponents to provide Submissions for the provision of the supply, delivery, and unloading of one (1) used Electric Utility Terrain Vehicle for Echo Valley Provincial Park for the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport.

Only emailed Submissions will be accepted at this time.

Crash Attenuator Body

The City of Saskatoon requires the supply and install of one truck mounted crash attenuator.

Solicitation documents for this procurement can be found on https://biddingo.com/saskatoon

All respondents must register on the City’s electronic bidding system at biddingo.com/saskatoon. This will enable the respondent to download the solicitation document, ask questions, receive addenda and email notifications, and submit their bid through the bidding system.

Award notification will be posted to biddingo.com/saskatoon

Submission Deadline:   2:00:59 p.m. Saskatchewan Time, Wednesday, October 04, 2023

Request for Quote - Storage Area Network

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is an invitation by the Government of Saskatchewan (GOS) to prospective Proponents to submit quotes for the provision of a Storage Area Network (SAN) and two (2) Network Switches as further described in the RFQ Deliverables. 

The Ministry of Justice / Court of Appeal (the Ministry) requires a Storage Area Network (SAN) appliance compatible for use with the current Dell PowerEdge R630 servers to replace the existing one (Dell EqualLogic PS4210) that has reached its end-of-life and two (2) Network Switches.

Snow Removal Tender - Downtown - City of Meadow Lake

The City of Meadow Lake is accepting bids for a pilot project to contract out snow removal and ice control services on multiple downtown core sidewalks and/or alleys from October 31st, 2023, until May 1st, 2024. Bidders will complete separate pricing on the form provided for sidewalks and/or alleys. Bidders may choose to bid on either sidewalks or alleys or on both.

It will be up to the successful Bidder’s discretion to perform the services within the timeframes and parameters set by the City as weather conditions warrant and transportation conditions permit.

The work will include the provision of all labour, equipment, and supplies required to remove snow and ice from the sidewalks and/or alleys noted in this tender. Contractors should survey all locations before bidding to familiarize themselves with the service required.

Bidders are also asked to submit their unit price/hourly rates for snow removal and ice control for each location on Appendix E - Pricing Form & Equipment List not including taxes but indicating which taxes will be applicable. Bidders should also include an hourly rate for any value-added services they are offering so that they may be called upon to complete other work if needed.

Bidders will bear all costs associated with or incurred in the preparation and presentation of Bids, including but not limited to, costs that may be incurred for interviews or demonstrations.

Bids clearly marked “Snow Removal 2023” will be received up until 2:00 pm Local Time, Wednesday, October 4, 2023 to the tender contact listed below:
Tender Contact
Ferne Hebig
City Clerk
cityclerk@meadowlake.ca

Bids received after the time and date set out above may not be considered.

Bidders and their representatives are not permitted to contact any employees, officers, agents, elected or appointed officials or other representatives of the City, other than the Tender Contact, concerning matters regarding this Tender. All correspondence relating to this tender must be to the Tender Contact in writing. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in the disqualification of the Bidder and the rejection of the Bidder’s bid.

Inquiries and their responses may be posted on sasktenders.ca at the sole discretion of the City, without revealing the source of the inquiry.

Request for Resource for Project Managers

This Request for Resource (“RFR”) is an invitation by the Government of Saskatchewan (“GOS”) to prospective Proponents to provide Submissions for the provision of one (1) or more Project Manager(s) as further described in the RFR Particulars (Appendix A) (the “Deliverables”).

The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement (“SBP”), Information Technology Division (“ITD”), Project Management Office (“PMO”), on behalf of multiple Ministry clients (“Ministry”) is looking for one (1) or more Project Manager(s) with extensive project management experience.