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Town of Watson Lake - Procurement Opportunities
Welcome! This page lists current and upcoming procurement opportunities for suppliers and provides clear information for residents about how the Town buys goods, services, and construction.
Suppliers: Watch for Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Requests for Tender (RFT), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Expressions of Interest (EOI). The Town also participates in collaborative purchasing via the Canoe Procurement Group of Canada; opportunities may appear on MERX.
Residents: Transparent, fair procurement helps us obtain best value while supporting local business where possible. You can review our full policy below.
Town of Watson Lake procurement policy
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Request for Quotation (RFQ)
Purpose: Used when the requirement is fully defined and an award can be made on total cost that meets all specifications (typically >$25,000 and <$50,000).
Current RFQs
RFQ - Heritage Resources Impact Assessment for the Wye Lake Trail
The Town of Watson Lake is inviting quotations for the completion of a Heritage Resources Impact Assessment (HRIA) for the Wye Lake Trail Enhancements project. The Town would like the assessment completed as early as possible in the summer season of 2026, so that tendering and construction of the trail improvements can proceed thereafter.
The Wye Lake Trail Enhancements project will improve the existing 2.5 km loop trail around First Wye Lake within Wye Lake Park. Planned improvements include widening, re-grading, placing a compacted gravel trail surface, upgrading and expanding timber boardwalk sections, adding trailhead kiosks with maps, formalizing trailhead entry points, replacing the existing outhouse with an accessible outhouse, and upgrading benches, waste bins, and interpretive signage.
Quotations must include the name of the firm and contact information, a brief description of scope, price broken down per task with estimated hours and rates, and any assumptions.
Quotations must be submitted by email no later than 3:00 PM Yukon Time on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, to Heidi Redman, LEES+Associates, at hredman@elac.ca.
RFQ - Heritage Resources Impact Assessment for the Wye Lake Trail
Request for Tender (RFT)
Purpose: Used when specifications and timelines are fixed and price is the sole determining factor (commonly when the value is ≥ $50,000).
Current RFTs
The Town of Watson Lake intends to participate in one or more procurements conducted by Canoe Procurement Group of Canada. For further information and access to the Canoe RFP notices, please visit the Request for Tenders page on our website at www.watsonlake.ca or review the MERX website at www.merx.com. For further information about Canoe, please visit the website at www.canoeprocurement.ca.
RFT 2026-02 - Watson Lake Recreation Centre Boiler Project
The Town of Watson Lake is inviting bids for RFT 2026-02 for Watson Lake Recreation Centre Boiler Project
Bids must be submitted by email in a password-protected format to cdo@watsonlake.ca using the T-1 Schedule of Bid form attached to the Tender document, no later than 3:00 p.m. (Yukon Time) on April 20, 2026.
RFT 2026-02 Watson Lake Recreation Centre Boiler Backup
For full details and requirements, please refer to the complete Request for Tender document above or contact:
Tiffany Lund, Executive Assistant/Municipal Clerk
Town of Watson Lake – 867-536-8000 ext. 9 – cdo@watsonlake.ca
RFT 2026-03 - Supply and delivery of Propane Fuel and Equipment
The Town of Watson Lake is inviting bids for RFT 2026-03 for the supply and delivery of propane fuel and equipment for various Town facilities and employee residences over a 3-year term, starting on September 1, 2026, and ending August 30, 2029.
Bids must be submitted by email in a password-protected format to cdo@watsonlake.ca using the T-1 Schedule of Quantities and Prices form attached to the Tender document, no later than 3:00 p.m. (Yukon Time) on May 6, 2026.
RFT 2026-03 Propane Supply and Delivery
For full details and requirements, please refer to the complete Request for Tender document above or contact:
Tiffany Lund, Executive Assistant/Municipal Clerk
Town of Watson Lake – 867-536-8000 ext. 9 – cdo@watsonlake.ca
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Purpose: Used for complex goods, services, or construction where suppliers propose solutions and the Town evaluates overall best value (commonly when the value is ≥ $50,000).
Current RFPs
Thank you for your interest — no RFPs are posted at this time. Please check back later.
Expression of Interest (EOI)
Purpose: Used to assess market interest, capabilities, or approaches before a formal competition.
EOI 2025-02 Watson Lake Recreation Centre Concession
The Town of Watson Lake is inviting Expressions of Interest from individuals, businesses, or organizations to enter into a single or multi-year lease agreement to operate the concession at the Watson Lake Recreation Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a key community hub, serving residents, visitors, and event participants with hot and cold food and beverage options. The ideal operator will create a welcoming environment and work closely with the Town to align menu offerings with community needs.
Proponents can submit their Expression of Interest by emailing the Director of Community Services at csrec@watsonlake.ca or by calling 867-536-8020.
Expressions of Interest must be submitted by 3:00 PM Yukon Time on Thursday, April 30, 2026, either by email in a password-protected format to csrec@watsonlake.ca (password to be provided upon request after closing), or in a sealed envelope delivered to the Watson Lake Recreation Centre at 912 Lakeview Avenue.
Request for Expression of Interest 2026-01 (PDF Document)
For inquiries or arranging a site visit, please contact Shannon Bergeron, Director of Community Services, at csrec@watsonlake.ca or 867-536-8020 ext. 1001
Surplus Asset Sales on GovDeals
The Town of Watson Lake sells surplus assets through GovDeals. Browse current items here: Town of Watson Lake - GovDeals listings.