RFP for Interior Renovation of the Fir Hall South Residence Townhouse

Notice of Intended Procurement

NAME OF PROCURING ENTITY
The Governing Council of the University of Toronto (the “University”)

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTRACT PERSON COORDINATES
Rick Pajor
Procurement Officer, Financial Service
University of Toronto Scarborough
1265 Military Trail
Toronto, Ontario M1C 1A4
Rick.Pajor@utoronto.ca
 PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS
The procurement documents are available at www.merx.com.  
Note that obtaining access to the procurement documents will require prospective suppliers to register and pay a registration fee.  Pricing and payment terms are available on the MERX website.

DESCRIPTION OF PROCUREMENT
 Title: Interior Renovation of the Fir Hall South Residence Townhouses
 The Design and Construction Management Department at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) requires general contracting services for the interior renovation of approximately 866 square meters  (m2) to upgrade 11 units of the Fir Hall Townhouse residences on campus.  Proponents are to refer to Attachment 1 Description of Goods / and Services and appendices for details.
 Scope of Work Highlights:

• Abatement of asbestos containing flooring
• Clean demolition of flooring
• Provide new flooring
• Provide new kitchen cabinets
• Provide new bathroom and kitchen plumbing fixtures
• Provide Bathfitter and accessories
• Replacement of light fixtures
• Painting and other finishes

There are not any  restrictions on the hours of work as the townhouses will be unoccupied.  All work to be coordinated with the University Project Manager.

  ADDRESS AND FINAL DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS
Submissions must be submitted electronically at:
https://utoronto.bonfirehub.ca/opportunities/105936

on, or before May 19, 2026 at 2:00:00 p.m. local time.
The submissions will not be opened publicly.

CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION
The procurement is subject to the following conditions for participation:  
Proponents will adhere to the University of Toronto General Labour Conditions.

APPLICABLE TRADE AGREEMENTS
This procurement is subject to the following trade agreements:
The Canadian Free Trade Agreement, Chapter Five
The Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement, Chapter 9

CONTRACT DETAILS
One time only purchase of services for specified scope of work.

MILESTONE SCHEDULE
Commence the Work                                                     June 1, 2026
Substantial Performance                                               August 14, 2026
Occupancy                                                                    August 17, 2026
Ready-for-Takeover                                                      October 17,  2026  

EVALUATION CRITERIA
The evaluation criteria and weightings to be applied are as follows:  
 

1. Technical

1. Experience and Qualifications (25 points)
2. Project Personnel (15 points)
3. Project Understanding and Schedule (20 points)

2. Financial

1. Pricing (40 points)

C.    Documentation

1. Completed submitted and signed CCDC 11-2019 Contractor’s Qualification Statement (Pass/Fail)  
2. Provided a Surety Agreement indicating a 50% Performance Bond and a 50% Labour and Material Payment Bond. (Pass/Fail)  

4.   Other Requirement:

1. Attendance at the Proponents Meeting (Pass/Fail)

NOTES
Proponents should note that information contained within this notice is subject to change. Proponents are encouraged to obtain the procurement documents which contain the most current information.  If there is a conflict between the procurement documents and this notice, the procurement documents will take precedence.
https://utoronto.bonfirehub.ca/opportunities/105936


 

Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.