Ernie L. Stroud Court Replacement

The City of Pickering has issued Request for Quotations Q2026-39 for the removal and replacement of the basketball court, installation of nets, and associated landscape improvements at Ernie L. Stroud Park, located at 549 Steeple Hill, Pickering, Ontario. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, including the installation of hot mix asphaltic concrete in accordance with city standards. Key technical requirements include adherence to a geotechnical report for pavement and foundation design and compliance with Ontario Reg. 278/05 due to the presence of non-friable asbestos-containing materials in the existing asphalt walkway. The project must be completed by November 2026, and the contractor is required to provide a two-year warranty on the work. The procurement process follows a three-stage evaluation consisting of mandatory submission requirements, mandatory technical requirements, and pricing, with the contract awarded to the top-ranked compliant respondent. Bidders must submit their quotations electronically by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Successful respondents must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of at least 5 million dollars and automobile insurance of 2 million dollars, while remaining in good standing with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board. Payment is processed monthly based on work performed, subject to holdbacks as per the Construction Act. The contractor is designated as the constructor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and is responsible for site safety, waste minimization, and the delivery of detailed construction and cash flow schedules within one week of the award.