The Ville de Rimouski is a municipal government entity responsible for delivering essential public infrastructure and services to its community, with a primary focus on maintaining and upgrading core civic assets. Its mission centers on ensuring safe, resilient, and accessible public environments th...
The Ville de Rimouski is a municipal government entity responsible for delivering essential public infrastructure and services to its community, with a primary focus on maintaining and upgrading core civic assets. Its mission centers on ensuring safe, resilient, and accessible public environments through targeted capital improvements in water and sewer systems, public buildings, and transportation services. Strategic priorities include modernizing aging infrastructure, enhancing environmental compliance, and improving public access to municipal services, particularly through upgrades to civic facilities and stormwater management systems. Key programs involve the rehabilitation of water mains, renovation of municipal buildings, and the provision of specialized transportation for residents with mobility needs, reflecting a commitment to equity and long-term public safety.
The agency routinely procures construction and engineering services to support public works initiatives, primarily through competitive solicitation processes. Contracts are typically awarded for design-build, renovation, and systems integration projects, with a preference for turnkey solutions that deliver complete infrastructure outcomes. Procurements are structured to ensure accountability, performance-based deliverables, and adherence to municipal engineering standards.
Primary procurement activity targets Water and Sewer Line Construction, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, and Engineering Services, indicating a sustained emphasis on physical infrastructure resilience. Plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems are also regularly upgraded as part of building modernization efforts, while specialized transportation services support inclusive community access. The agency does not employ set-asides and engages vendors across all sizes through open competition, prioritizing technical capability and compliance over demographic preferences.
As a municipal authority under the Government of Canada, the Ville de Rimouski operates independently within its jurisdiction, managing all local infrastructure procurement through direct solicitations and public tenders. It relies on standard municipal contracting vehicles, including request for proposals and competitive bids, to secure qualified contractors and professional service providers for public works projects.
