Multiple Properties Window Replacement

The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) is soliciting bids for the replacement of ninety-eight exterior windows across five duplexes located at 366-368 Arundel St., 68-70 Picton Ave, 366-368 Shuniah St., 110-112 Parsons Ave, and 128-130 Parsons Ave in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The scope of work includes the removal and disposal of existing vinyl and aluminum-clad wood windows, preparation of rough openings with new air and vapor barriers, and the installation of new unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) windows, aluminum capping, flashing, and caulking. The contractor is also responsible for repairing interior drywall and trim to match existing conditions. All work must be completed by June 1, 2027, and must comply with the Ontario Building Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Technical requirements specify that windows must meet Energy Star requirements for Canada Zone 2 and be certified by CSA, FCC, or ULC. Contractors must provide digital shop drawings for approval and are responsible for field-verifying all dimensions. Bids must be submitted electronically via the designated bidding system by October 20, 2026. Award decisions will be based on the total cost of the base price, though TBDSSAB is not obligated to accept the lowest bid and may conduct interviews with selected bidders. Payment will be made by cheque on Net 30 terms upon receipt of a proper invoice including the contractor's HST registration number. Final acceptance of the work is subject to preliminary and final onsite inspections conducted by a TBDSSAB representative.