Bailiff Services

The City of Barrie has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP FIN2026-196P) for the procurement of professional Bailiff Services to support the collection and recovery of outstanding municipal property taxes. The scope of work includes managing assigned accounts from receipt through to payment or closure, executing enforcement actions such as property seizures and tenant rent attornments, and providing comprehensive reporting including status, remittance, and annual summary reports. The contract is intended for an initial three-year term, with the City holding the option to extend for two additional two-year periods. All services must be performed by trained and licensed bailiffs in compliance with the Municipal Act 2001 and the Bailiffs Act. An addendum clarified that for Tax Sale Accounts, the supplier is not responsible for registering Tax Arrears Certificates against property titles, providing notices to mortgage holders, or managing the bidding process and tax deeds. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bids and Tenders system no later than September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. The evaluation process is multi-staged, utilizing a scored system where technical criteria account for 70 points and pricing accounts for 30 points, with pricing evaluated only after mandatory requirements and technical ratings are completed. The estimated contract value is approximately $1,250,000, though actual payments will be based on unit prices multiplied by actual quantities supplied. Selected proponents must provide evidence of professional licensing, a WSIB Clearance Certificate, and specific insurance coverage, including $2,000,000 in automobile insurance and $250,000 in crime insurance. Additionally, suppliers are required to adhere to strict privacy and confidentiality standards in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.