Bus Rentals Northern Ontario

Trade Agreement: Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) Tendering Procedures: Attachment: None Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest/Lower Bid Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Nature of Requirements: Bus Rentals

The Department of National Defence (DND), Regional Cadet Support Unit Central (RCSU(C)) North Bay Detachment, Hornell Heights, ON requires the provision of Highway Cruisers, Activity Buses and School Buses with drivers on an "as and when requested" basis. The buses are required to transport military personnel from various pick-up locations throughout Northern Ontario.

The period of the Standing Offer will be for 1 year, estimated from July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016, with a right to request 2, 1-year extensions under the same terms and conditions.

Types of Buses

Highway Cruisers - 55 and 47 passenger; School/Activity Bus - 48 passenger, and School/Activity Bus/Mini-Coach - 16-20.

There are 36 Areas of Service detailed at Annex C. Offerors may bid on one or more Areas of Service for which they have Pick-up Rights.

Offerors may bid on one or more bus type i.e. Highway Cruisers, Activity Bus and/or School Buses with drivers.

It is therefore anticipated that multiple Standing Offers may be awarded.

The estimated expenditure for all locations is $375,000.00 per year, proportionally based on overall annual estimated usages.

As per the Integrity Provisions under section 01 of Standard Instructions 2006, offerors must provide a list of all owners and/or Directors, or other associated information as required. Refer to section 4.21 of the Supply Manual for additional information on the Integrity Provisions

The requirement is subject to the provisions of the Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT).

This procurement is limited to Canadian services. Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.