Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) Project

The Township of Centre Wellington is soliciting a qualified consultant for the Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) Project, solicitation number 86-26. The project aims to evaluate and potentially implement a CPPS to streamline development approvals and support diverse housing options. The work is structured in two stages: Phase 1 consists of a township-wide feasibility and policy assessment resulting in a Directions Report, while Phase 2 involves the preparation of an Official Plan Amendment and a Community Planning Permit By-law. The preferred completion timeline is approximately 12 to 15 months, with a critical Phase 1 reporting milestone set for Q2 2027. The award process follows a weighted ranking system where bidders must first pass mandatory requirements and achieve a minimum score of 63 out of 90 on rated requirements to proceed to pricing evaluation. Evaluation criteria include the engagement plan, project methodology, relevant experience, team qualifications, workplan, and company profile. The final total score combines the rated requirements score with a pricing score of up to 10 points. Selected consultants must adhere to AODA accessibility standards, maintain data residency within Canada, and provide comprehensive insurance coverage naming the Township as an additional insured. Invoices are processed via email to accounts payable, with payment terms of 30 days following the acceptance of deliverables.