# AI workability — Revitalisation et remplacement des batteries de 4 UPS APC.

*Buyer: Santé Québec Chaudière-Appalaches · Source: canadabuys · Closes: 17 Sep 2026 00:00 UTC*

**AI workability: 30%** (majority needs humans) · full RFP read · bid call: **MAYBE**

- Effort: 80 h total · 24 h AI · 56 h human (low confidence)

## Verdict

Mostly physical UPS battery replacement; AI can support bid preparation, compliance, and documentation, but the core delivery is human-only.

## Bid call

**MAYBE** — Core work is physical and human-only; AI can add value in bid prep and documentation but cannot deliver the battery replacement. Bid only if the shop can partner with a licensed electrical contractor and confirm no bonding or security requirements. Without such a partner, recommend no-go.

## Deliverables

| Deliverable | Mode | AI share | Hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Bid preparation and compliance documentation | ai_assisted | 75% | 12 |
| Project management and scheduling | ai_assisted | 50% | 10 |
| Battery and parts procurement | ai_assisted | 40% | 8 |
| Pre-installation site assessment | human_only | 0% | 6 |
| On-site UPS battery replacement | human_only | 0% | 24 |
| Testing and verification | ai_assisted | 20% | 8 |
| Hazardous waste disposal and safety compliance | human_only | 0% | 6 |
| As-built documentation and reporting | ai_agent | 85% | 6 |

## Risks

- **[high]** Thin tender documentation with no technical specifications — *Request clarification from the buyer before bidding; base bid only on confirmed scope.*
- **[high]** Physical work requires licensed electrician or APC-certified technician — *Partner with a qualified electrical contractor; verify provincial licensing requirements.*
- **[medium]** Battery handling and disposal regulations — *Use licensed waste carriers and follow Transportation of Dangerous Goods rules if applicable.*
- **[medium]** APC warranty may be void if batteries are not replaced per manufacturer procedures — *Use APC-approved batteries and follow manufacturer service guidelines.*
- **[medium]** LCOM compliance complexity — *Use AI-assisted compliance checklists and have legal counsel review the bid.*
- **[medium]** No bonding or large reference-contract history — *Confirm bonding is not required for this contract; provide relevant IT infrastructure references.*

## Human roles

- **Licensed electrician / UPS technician** (50%): Physical battery replacement, electrical safety, and APC procedures require trained onsite personnel.
- **Project manager / contract signatory** (15%): Legal commitment, client communication, and onsite coordination require a human.
- **Safety and waste disposal officer** (10%): Hazardous battery handling, transport, and disposal paperwork are regulated and physical.
- **Procurement coordinator** (10%): Verify APC-compatible parts, place orders, and manage delivery logistics.
- **Testing/verification engineer** (15%): Run load tests, interpret results, and approve system readiness.

## Why not more AI

- Cannot physically remove or install UPS batteries.
- Cannot perform electrical work or certify safety.
- Cannot sign contracts or assume legal/financial liability.
- Cannot handle hazardous waste or complete regulated disposal paperwork.
- Cannot attend onsite client meetings or bid openings.
- Cannot verify physical site conditions or UPS model specifics.

## Requirements & compliance

| Ref | Requirement | Status |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notice / Scope | Revitalisation et remplacement des batteries de 4 UPS APC. | gap |
| LCOM, art. 18 | Organismes municipaux doivent procéder à une évaluation sérieuse de leur besoin avant toute procédure d'attribution; documentation obligatoire pour contrats de 25 000 $ ou plus. | unclear |
| LCOM, art. 4.1 | Toute entreprise soumissionnaire doit produire une déclaration d'intégrité écrite jointe à la soumission; sinon la soumission est rejetée. | met |
| LCOM, art. 4.2 | L'organisme doit s'assurer que chaque soumissionnaire et sous-traitant n'est pas inscrit au RENA. | met |
| LCOM, art. 4.3 | Autorisation de l'AMP requise pour services >= 1 M$ et construction/partenariat >= 5 M$. | met |
| LCOM, art. 38 | L'avis publié sur le SEAO doit comprendre objet, durée, critères, date/heure, etc. | unclear |

## Evaluation criteria

- **Price** (Unknown): No evaluation criteria published in the notice; likely lowest price for a goods contract.
- **Qualitative evaluation** (Unknown): If treated as a professional services contract, qualitative evaluation would be required, but this appears to be goods.
- **Compliance with tender documents** (Unknown): No detailed tender documents were provided; compliance cannot be assessed.

## Key dates

- 2026-08-17T00:00:00+00:00 — Published
- 2026-09-17T00:00:00+00:00 — Closing

## Gaps in source documents

- No technical specifications, UPS models, battery part numbers, or site details.
- No evaluation criteria or weighting published.
- No contract value, duration, or insurance/bonding requirements.
- No security clearance or onsite presence requirements stated.
- Document facts contain generic LCOM legal framework, not tender-specific requirements; applicability to Santé Québec is unclear.
- No information on existing maintenance contracts or APC warranty status.

## Assumptions

- The 4 APC UPS units are accessible and require standard battery replacements.
- No security clearance is required for a health agency UPS room.
- Contract value is below AMP authorization thresholds.
- The buyer will accept a subcontractor for physical installation.
- Battery disposal is included in the contract scope.
- The notice text is the only source; no additional tender documents were provided.

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