Consulting Services for Contractor Recruitment for Wastewater and Water Operating Systems Management

The Township of Lucan Biddulph, administered by Middlesex County Procurement, is soliciting proposals for consulting services to assess wastewater and water operating systems and manage the recruitment of a contractor to operate these systems. The scope of work includes evaluating current management practices, providing recommendations for improvement, defining the roles of licensed staff, and facilitating the tendering process through the Middlesex County Procurement department. Key milestones include an RFP award by December 18, 2026, the issuance of operator procurement by June 25, 2027, and the finalization of an operator agreement by the first week of November 2027. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bids and Tenders system by November 18, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. The contract will be awarded based on a best overall value formula, evaluating experience and qualifications (45 points) and the project plan (25 points), with pricing accounting for the remaining 30 points. Successful respondents must provide a firm fixed lump sum price in Canadian currency and maintain Commercial General Liability and Automobile Insurance of at least 5 million dollars per occurrence, as well as appropriate Errors and Omissions coverage. Payments will be made via electronic invoicing within 30 business days of project sign-off.