WINTER MAINTENACE 05-22-601M-2

SCOPE
This Invitation to Tender consists of the Winter Maintenance Services on behalf of the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI) for the Route 655 area, for a period of three (3) years from November 1, 2022 to April 30, 2025 with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods in one (1) year increment upon written agreement by both parties. Pricing shall be subject to negotiation of a satisfactory contract price not to exceed the tendered price plus any published increase in the New Brunswick Consumer Price Index.

CONTRACT AWARD CRITERIA
Contract will be award to the lowest compliant bid which meet the requirements detailed within the attached Specifications for item # 1 of the tender documents.

Prior to Contract award, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure may consult with other departments and agencies of the Province of New Brunswick to obtain information on the Vendor's past performance within the previous five (5) years. Results from the aforementioned consultations that are unsatisfactory to the Department, in its sole and absolute discretion, will result in the disqualification of the Vendor's bid.

REQUIREMENTS
As per the attached specification, references, insurance, and WorkSafe NB registration and good standing will be required prior to award.

Prior to award, a list will need to be provided to the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure identifying the necessary equipment to complete the work in a timely manner.

VENDORS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN AND DATE THEIR BID IN THE SPACE PROVIDED BELOW

HOW TO FILL IN PRICING
There are no additional pricing sheets to be completed with this bid. Vendors should bid directly on this invitation to tender.
Unit Price = Price for one year
Extended Price = 3 Years Price (Unit Price x 3 Years)
Please ensure to also indicate the total bid price in the "Total Including all charges"
space provided. The price bid shall not include HST.

VENDOR QUESTIONS
All inquiries should be received seven (7) calendar days prior to the closing date; any inquiries received less than 7 calendar days prior to the closing date cannot be guaranteed a response. Please reference the tender number and closing date within your communications to ensure a prompt and accurate reply.


Winter Maintenance Services for Route 655 Area.

From November 1, 2022 to April 30, 2025.