Prime Consultant - Waste Cart Facility

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a Prime Consultant for the design and contract administration of a new electrified Waste Cart Facility located at the Material Recovery Center on Parcel F at 42 Valley Road, Saskatoon. The project involves creating an ancillary inventory storage facility of approximately 875 square meters, capable of storing at least 5,280 carts and associated parts. The design must provide a centralized indoor space for assembly and loading, with a functional layout that distinctly separates five different types of carts and includes dedicated areas for forklifts and power tools. The agreement is expected to be executed in November 2026 and will continue until December 31, 2027. Proponents will be evaluated based on a scoring and ranking system covering methodology, approach, schedule, and Indigenous participation, with the top-ranked firm entering direct contract negotiations. To be eligible for award, the successful consultant must provide proof of Professional Engineering registration in Saskatchewan, a Saskatchewan Workers Compensation Board clearance letter, and proof of general liability insurance. Mandatory insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of 5 million dollars per occurrence and Errors and Omissions insurance of up to 2 million dollars per claim and annual aggregate. The scope of services is divided into three lump sum components: planning and design, construction documentation, and contract administration.