Regional Municipality of Waterloo Winter Maintenance at GRT Bus Stops RFP P2026-12
Regional Municipality of WaterlooCity · Kitchener, ON- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Regional Municipality of Waterloo is issuing RFP P2026-12 for winter maintenance services at approximately 2,389 Grand River Transit (GRT) bus stops. The project is divided into three service areas: Area A, Area B, and Area C, covering Kitchener, Waterloo, Woolwich, Wilmot Townships, and Cambridge. Bidders may bid on one or all three areas, but no single proponent will be awarded more than two areas to ensure a minimum of two contractors. Services typically include snow removal and de-icing at transit stops. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time via the Region's bids and tenders portal.
Best overall value, highest-ranked Proponent
SUMMARY
The Regional Municipality of Waterloo is issuing RFP P2026-12 for winter maintenance services at approximately 2,389 Grand River Transit (GRT) bus stops.
The project is divided into three service areas: Area A, Area B, and Area C, covering Kitchener, Waterloo, Woolwich, Wilmot Townships, and Cambridge. Bidders may bid on one or all three areas, but no single proponent will be awarded more than two areas to ensure a minimum of two contractors. Services typically include snow removal and de-icing at transit stops. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time via the Region's bids and tenders portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best overall value, highest-ranked Proponent
- Scope location
- Kitchener, Waterloo, Woolwich, Wilmot Townships, Cambridge
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Regional Municipality of Waterloo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Best overall value, highest-ranked Proponent" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Regional Municipality of Waterloo?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kitchener, Waterloo, Woolwich, Wilmot Townships, Cambridge. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.