Safety Assessment of all At Grade Rail Crossings

The Town of Milton is soliciting professional consulting services under RFP 26-551 to conduct a Detailed Safety Assessment of all at-grade railway crossings within the municipality. The scope of work involves the assessment of 22 existing crossings on local and Town roads, involving CPKC, CNR, and the Guelph Junction Railway, as well as a holistic assessment of six additional crossings on Regional Roads specifically regarding whistle cessation. The selected consultant must perform field assessments using a proponent-supplied GIS tool to collect data attributes and produce reports that comply with the Railway Safety Act, Transport Canada Regulations and Standards, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. The contract is governed by the Town of Milton's Procurement By-Law No. 039-2026 and will be awarded to the proponent achieving the highest total score based on a combination of technical criteria and proposal costs, rather than the lowest price alone. Key deliverables include a detailed work program, a Gantt chart for project scheduling, and draft reports for review by the Town and operating railways. Payment is preferred via Visa upon receipt of services, with an alternative of Net 30 days via EFT. Proponents must provide proof of insurance and a Workers Compensation Act Certificate of Clearance, and all proposals must be submitted electronically by October 30, 2026.