Intergrity Commissioner and Closed Meeting Investigator Services

The City of Orillia is soliciting proposals for Integrity Commissioner and Closed Meeting Investigator services under solicitation number 2026-097-CS-CS. The selected provider will deliver advisory, educational, and investigative services on an as-required basis, focusing on the application of the Code of Conduct for Council and Local Boards, the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, and the Municipal Act, 2001. The contract is designed to last for one year from the delivery date and requires the provider to be a lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario who has provided similar services to at least three Ontario municipalities within the last five years. Award decisions will be based on a total score combining rated criteria and pricing, which accounts for 25 points of the total evaluation. The top-ranked proponent will enter direct contract negotiations to finalize the agreement. Key administrative requirements include electronic invoicing with NET 30 payment terms and strict compliance with the Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025. Additionally, the successful contractor must maintain all records for seven years following the contract's expiration and adhere to rigorous confidentiality and non-disclosure standards regarding City information. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bids and Tenders Orillia portal by October 30, 2026.