Winter Grader Rental with Operator Services

The City of Clarence-Rockland is soliciting winter grader rental and operator services for the 2026-2029 period under solicitation 2026-054. The primary requirement, Contract 1, is a three-year agreement for one motor grader and two qualified operators to maintain approximately 35 km of municipal gravel roads, with potential extensions for two additional one-year terms based on performance. An optional and provisional Contract 2 may be activated at the City's discretion for an additional grader and operator depending on budget and operational needs. The scope of work includes snowplowing, snow removal, ice control support, patrols, and standby services, with the contractor providing all necessary labor, equipment, fuel, and supervision. Award recommendations are based solely on Contract 1 pricing, utilizing a weighted scoring system that prioritizes the three-year average hourly rate at 70 percent and the average daily standby rate at 30 percent. Bidders must provide a minimum bid security of 50,000 dollars via bank draft or certified cheque and maintain commercial general liability insurance of 5 million dollars per occurrence. The contract includes specific penalties for late starts and call-out delays, as well as fixed rates for the replacement of signs and posts. All work must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the City utilizes a weighted rating system to determine eligibility for contract renewals.