Merlin Branch Drain

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is soliciting bids for the Merlin Branch Drain project (T26-298), located in the Community of Merlin. The scope of work involves the supply and installation of approximately 581 lineal metres of high-density polyethylene (H.D.P.E) field tile, ranging from 250mm to 450mm in diameter, along with all necessary appurtenances. The project requires the contractor to provide all labor, equipment, and supervision, including the use of hydro-vac for exposing existing utilities and the implementation of traffic control in accordance with the Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7. Performance is scheduled to begin on November 30, 2026, with a completion date of February 1, 2027. The contract is governed by the Ontario Provincial Standard General Conditions of Contract, OPSS.MUNI 100, and requires compliance with Department of Fisheries and Oceans regulations and Conservation Authority permits. Award is based on 100% price for compliant responses, with evaluation factors including equipment, experience, and adherence to the Municipal Buy Ontario Procurement Directive. Mandatory submission requirements include a bid bond of $27,500, a WSIB certificate of clearance, a Buy Ontario attestation, and insurance coverage of $5 million for general liability and $2 million for automobile. All responses must be submitted electronically in PDF format via the municipality's bidding system by October 29, 2026.