Supply and Delivery of One (1) Command Vehicle for Caledon Fire & Emergency Services (CFES)

The Town of Caledon has issued solicitation number 2026-044-26-088 for a complete turnkey solution to supply, design, upfit, deliver, and commission one new Command Vehicle for Caledon Fire & Emergency Services. The vehicle will serve as a mobile platform for incident command, emergency scene management, and multi-agency coordination, featuring a specialized interior workspace with workstations, ergonomic seating, and operational planning tools. All vehicles must adhere to Canadian safety standards and regulations. The contract is structured as a Negotiated Request for Proposal, where the top-ranked proponent will be invited to enter direct negotiations to finalize an agreement based on the provided Form of Agreement. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 13, 2026. The award process follows a four-stage evaluation: a review of mandatory submission requirements, a technical evaluation consisting of a pass/fail review of mandatory requirements and a scored assessment of rated criteria, a pricing evaluation, and a final ranking. To be eligible, proponents must be authorized dealers licensed to sell and service vehicles in Ontario and provide proof of specific certifications, including an Emergency Vehicle Technician and an Ontario 310S Automotive Service Technician. The successful vendor must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least 5 million dollars per occurrence, name the Town of Caledon as an additional insured, and provide a WSIB clearance certificate. Final acceptance of the vehicle is contingent upon successful operational testing, the delivery of comprehensive technical documentation, and the completion of operator training for Town personnel. Payment options include cheque, EFT, or purchasing card, with all quoted rates required to be all-inclusive of labor, materials, delivery, and installation.