New Elevator Supply & Install at St. Theresa Catholic Elementary School

The Durham Catholic District School Board has issued solicitation T26-13 for the supply and installation of a new roped-hydraulic Limited Use/Limited Application (LULA) elevator with a 635 kg capacity at St. Theresa Catholic Elementary School in Whitby, Ontario. This project, governed by a CCDC 2-2020 Stipulated Price Contract, includes selective demolition, hoistway pit waterproofing, and the installation of a pit drain. The contractor is required to provide a standard 12-month warranty, with a separate price requested for a five-year extended warranty and subsequent maintenance services. Key project milestones include a construction start date in October 2026, substantial performance by May 26, 2027, and a final ready-for-takeover date of June 10, 2027. Bidders must submit electronic proposals by September 24, 2026, including a Domestic Supply Chain Plan and a signed attestation form. The Board applies a 10% evaluation advantage to bidders utilizing the highest proportion of Ontario-made goods and services, followed by Canadian-made options. Mandatory submission requirements include bid security and a letter of agreement for performance and labour and material bonds. Final acceptance is contingent upon 100% pass rates for safety devices and the successful completion of witnessed final tests by a commissioning agent, ensuring compliance with the B44 Safety Code for Elevators regarding barrier-free access.