Category: Operational Site

NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) 15 Wing Moose Jaw

Project Description

15 Wing Moose Jaw is located four nautical miles south of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. The site is home to 431 Air Demonstration Squadron “Canadian Forces Snowbirds”, the Contracted Flight Training and Support (CFTS) program and the NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) program. The NFTC program directly contributes to NATO countries’ defence and security readiness.

15 Wing Moose Jaw has long been established as the central site for Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) aircrew training, its origin dating back to when pilots were preparing for service during the second world war. Since then, RCAF and NATO ally pilots have continued to fly jet training aircraft at this site where the use of state-of-the-art simulation technology is essential to flying training school success. Since October 2015, CAE has been the prime contractor responsible for the NFTC program. CAE operates the NFTC base facilities, delivers the ground-school classroom and simulator training and supports the live flying training activities. 15 Wing Moose Jaw is one of Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program sites, where operations are to commence once the prime contract is underway. CBO is a strategic partner of SkyAlyne, one of two competitors for the FAcT program prime contract which is to be awarded in 2023.

Role of CBO

At 15 Wing Moose Jaw, CBO works shoulder to shoulder with Serco Canada to deliver services supporting NFTC. As subcontractor, CBO proudly and competently performs the following program requirements:

Infrastructure Services:

• Facilities Preventive Maintenance
• Facilities Corrective Maintenance
• After-Hours Call Out Service
• Structural Inspection
• Gate, Door, and Lock Systems
• Fire Detection and Suppression Systems

Airfield Electrical Services:

• Electrical Distribution Systems
• Aerodrome Lighting Systems

Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF):

• Critical Rescue Services
• Emergency Response Services
• Crash Fire Rescue Exercises

Project Details

• Client:
  Serco Canada Inc.
• Location:
  15 Wing Moose Jaw, Bushell Park, Saskatchewan
• Project Length:
  2022-2023

Services

• Infrastructure Services
• Airfield Electrical Services
• Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting

British Army Training Unit Suffield (BATUS)

Project Description

The British Army Training Unit Suffield (BATUS) is a British Army unit located at the vast training area of Canadian Forces Base Suffield near Suffield, Alberta, Canada. BATUS is the British Army’s largest armoured training facility and it can accommodate live-firing and tactical effect simulation exercises up to battle group level.

The inventory of buildings to maintain and support is made up of 144 buildings with a total gross area of  114,983m². Approximate break down: Accommodations – 28,015 m²; Hangers – 2,559 m²; Institutional – 323 m²; Kitchens – 638 m²; Maintenance Transport – 42,733 m²; Office – 11,123 m²; and Warehouse – 22,592 m².

Role of CBO

CBO provides Facilities Maintenance and Support Services to the British Army Training Unit (BATUS) at Canadian Forces Base Suffield in Ralston, Alberta. In addition to overseeing routine service to all 144 buildings on-site, CBO provides Demand Services arranged under Additional Work Requests for the entire training facility.

Hard Facilities Management Services:

• Building Envelope Maintenance
• Door Systems (Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair (ITMR)
• Electrical Systems (ITMR)
• Elevator and Lifting Systems (ITMR)
• Fire Detection and Suppression Systems (ITMR)
• Generator (ITMR)
• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Systems (ITMR)
• Life Safety Systems (ITMR)
• Plumbing Systems (ITMR)
• Pool Systems Maintenance and Repair (ITMR)

Soft Facilities Management Services:

• Integrated Pest Management

Ancillary Services (Facility Support Services):

• Service Management and Coordination
• Job Tracking and Management
• Plan and Drawing Management
• Budgeting and Financial Control
• Help Desk Services

Project Details

• Client:
  Defence Construction Canada
• Location:
  Ralston, Alberta
• Project Length:
  2017-2024

Services

• Facilities Management

Suncor Firebag Airport

Project Description

Fort MacKay/Firebag Airport is located 22 nautical miles (41 km; 25 mi) from the Firebag River, Alberta, Canada. The Airport was built to service the Firebag in-situ operation of Suncor Energy. Services are required 24/7, year-round, with a total portfolio area of 1,100 acres/4.45 km2.

Role of CBO

Acden Base Operators Limited Partnership (Alberta) (ABO) is the Prime Contractor for all Airside and Groundside Services at the Suncor Firebag Airport located near Fort MacKay, Alberta. Our staff oversees the provision of all hard and soft support services and liaises directly with the client regarding all operational matters. ABO is an Equity & Venture Partnership formed between Canadian Base Operators (CBO) and Acden; Acden is wholly owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN). Acden is one of the largest Aboriginal corporations in Canada and is a proud member of the Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association and Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business. ABO is an Indigenous Business that brings together CBO’s expertise in facilities maintenance and operations support and Acden’s extensive experience in the oil sands services industry.

Airfield and Facility Management Support Services:

• Passenger Handling and Baggage Check-in Services
• Aircraft Arrival and Departure Activities
• Cargo Loading and Ground Icing Operations
• Airfield and Non-Airfield Maintenance (Snow and Ice Control)
• Equipment Maintenance
• Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Equipment
• Communications Administration Building (CAB) Advisory Services
• Fuel Services

Project Details

• Client:
  Suncor Energy Oil Sands Limited Partnership
• Location:
  Fort MacKay, Alberta
• Project Length:
  2016-2025

Services

• Airfield and Facility Management Support Services

Contracted Flying Training and Support (CFTS)—Southport Aerospace Centre

Project Description

Southport Aerospace Centre Inc. was established as a not-for-profit, non-share corporation in 1992 to manage the assets of the former Canadian Forces Base Portage la Prairie, which was originally established in 1940 as a training base for military pilots. After the transition from CFB Portage to Southport occurred, military pilot training continued through the 3 Canadian Forces Flight Training School which was being operated by Bombardier and succeeded by Allied Wings (now KF Aerospace) in 2005 until present.

KF Aerospace Defence Programs provides instructors and instructional material, aircraft (including the responsibility for their servicing, maintenance and air worthiness) and all aircraft fuel, oil and lubricants. It also requires the provision of airfield services (including air traffic control, weather, aircraft rescue & firefighting, flight planning and snow and ice control services), as well as facilities services to support ground and flight training (including accommodation, food services, physical training, and some administrative and personnel support).

Role of CBO

CBO is part of a consortium led by KF Aerospace Defence Programs that provides ground training, flight training, and support services for Canadian Armed Forces pilots. CBO is responsible for overseeing the provision of airfield and facility support services for the training program. We also provide guidance to the consortium regarding long‑term capital investments versus routine maintenance programs.

Airfield Services:

• Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Maintenance
• Airfield Lighting and Navigation Aids
• Air Traffic Control
• Meteorological Services
• Snow Removal
• Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF)

Facility Management and Support Services:

• Accommodations and Housekeeping
• Food Services
• Infrastructure, Maintenance, and Repair
• Equipment Maintenance and Repair (Vehicles and Flight Simulators)

Project Details

• Client:
  KF Aerospace
• Location:
  Southport, Manitoba
• Project Length:
  2005-2027

Services

• Airfield Services
• Facilities Management
• Site Support Services

4th Canadian Division Training Centre

Project Description

4^th Canadian Division Training Centre (4 CDTC) Meaford was the first military installation in Canada to be wholly contracted to a civilian service provider for all facilities maintenance and logistics support services. 4 CDTC includes being a training facility for Regular and Reserve soldiers in Ontario, as well as, a variety of other countries military units and non-military agencies. Average year-round daily DND training population is approximately 600 personnel, with up to 1,400 additional personnel during the summer Reserve training period. Major military exercises and public events comprising up to 2,500 personnel have also been supported.

The facility consists of 40 fully serviced buildings (600,000+ square feet), and 100+ un-serviced minor buildings and miscellaneous range structures, including: ammunition storage, barracks, fire-hall, mess halls, maintenance facility, sewage and water treatment plants, supply, lecture buildings, office buildings, recreation center and a medical facility.

Role of CBO

CBO provides full-service operations support and maintenance services at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre in Meaford, Ontario. As the Prime Contractor, CBO is responsible for overseeing all on-site services, as well as providing guidance to the client regarding preventive maintenance and capital planning.

Facilities Management and Operations Services:

• Accommodations Management
• Food Services
• Housekeeping and Janitorial Services
• Transportation Services (Fleet Management, Driver Training, Accident Investigation)
• Fire and Life Safety Inspections, Training, Emergency Response
• Waste Management, Hazmat Storage, and Disposal
• Radiation Safety and Range Fire Protection
• Weapons Maintenance
• Tactical Radio and Electronics Repair and Supply
• Motor Vehicle Recovery, Repair, and Maintenance
• Supply Services
• Water Supply and Distribution, Waste Water treatment, Petroleum Supply Management
• Roads and Grounds (Landscaping and Range Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Snow Clearance)
• Computer Infrastructure Support
• Telecommunications Infrastructure
• Building Operations and Maintenance
• 24‑hour Security Alarm Monitoring
• Utilities Maintenance
• Energy Management
• Construction Project Support
• Military Police Administrative Support
• Environmental Management
• Property Services/Municipal Liaising

Project Details

• Client:
  Canadian Department of National Defence
• Location:
  Meaford, Ontario
• Project Length:
  1995-2031

Services

• Facility Management and Operations Services
• Site Support Services

CBO Head Office Collingwood

Project Description

Canadian Base Operators provides improved management, operation, maintenance of the Department of National Defence (DND) facilities, plus a wide range of logistics support to the training and operations of the Canadian Forces. CBO offers customized facilities management and operations solutions to industries with specialized and high-security needs, such as mining, oil and gas, research, aviation, and surveillance. The Head Office of Canadian Base Operators carries out the corporate support functions of the company.

Head Office
10 Greco Court, Unit 10
Collingwood, Ontario, L9Y 4L2
Tel: 705-446-9019

Regional Office – Calgary
1071 26 St.NE
Calgary, AB  T2A 6K8

Role of CBO

• Senior Management Oversight
• Bid Proposal Compilation
• Business Development
• Contracts Management
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Quality Assurance
• Health, Safety and Environment

Project Details

• Client:
  Canadian Base Operators
• Location:
  Collingwood, Ontario
  Calgary, Alberta
• Project Length:
  1995-Present

Services

• Project Management
• Site Support Services