Winter Maintenance Services 2026-2029

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is soliciting proposals under RFQ-CA-2026-9-069 for multi-year winter maintenance services at its facility located at 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON. The contract covers three winter seasons from November 15, 2026, to April 15, 2030, with an option for the authority to extend the agreement for up to two additional one-year increments. The scope of work includes plowing, shoveling, and salting, with a specific performance trigger requiring snow clearing upon 5cm of accumulation and a target completion time of 7:00 a.m. Priority areas include driveways, fire routes, and accessible parking and pavement. Bidders must provide fixed monthly rates based on four snowfall tiers ranging from base levels up to extreme events exceeding 50.1 cm. A critical component of the evaluation is a Salt Management Acknowledgement, as the authority requires strict controls to reduce de-icing materials, particularly in permeable paving areas. Mandatory submission requirements include proof of current WSIB coverage, a Certificate of Insurance, and an Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Health and Safety Acknowledgement Form. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bidding System by October 28, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. EST. The authority will evaluate bidders based on their proven competence and experience, noting that the lowest quote will not necessarily be accepted.