2027 Line Clearing

Entegrus Powerlines Inc. is soliciting bids for line clearing services for the 2027 calendar year within its Southwest service territory, specifically covering areas such as Chatham, Bothwell, Strathroy, Tilbury, and Wallaceburg. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, tools, and machinery to trim or cut trees and brush to maintain specific clearances: 10 feet for primary wires and 3 feet for both secondary and service wires. The project is scheduled to begin around mid-January 2027, with a substantial performance deadline of September 30, 2027. The contract is a fixed, all-inclusive price agreement, and the owner reserves the right to split the award among multiple bidders based on best value, which includes pricing, project execution plans, and bidder qualifications. Mandatory requirements include compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Building Code, and the Ontario Fire Code. Contractors must provide a current WSIB clearance certificate, ensure 100% corporate and employee compliance via the Entegrus online system, and maintain liability insurance of up to $5 million depending on the nature of the work. For contracts exceeding $25,000, a performance bond for 50% of the contract price is required. Bids must be submitted through the Entegrus bidsandtenders.ca portal by October 28, 2026.