Contractor for IT Fiber Infrastructure

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Notice of Intended Procurement NAME OF PROCURING ENTITY The Governing Council of the University of Toronto (the “University”) University of Toronto Mississauga 3359 Mississauga Road Mississauga, Ontario L5L 1C6 CONTACT PERSON AND CONTRACT PERSON COORDINATES Danielle Hendricks – Procurement Officer, procurement.utm@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 The University of Toronto Mississauga Campus was established in 1967 and has since grown over the years with many new state of the art buildings. The Campus Heart and Indigenous Build (CH/IB) project has received approval to be built. In alignment with the UTM Fibre Master Plan, all future developments are to have nearby fibre infrastructure to support connectivity needs. This project installation will ensure reliable network access to support the successful implementation of the CH/IB project and beyond. The purpose of this RTQ is to solicit responses from contractors to prequalify for  IT Fibre Infrastructure for the CH/IB project (Project Number P300-25-036)  and IT fiber infrastructure for Student center, Kaneff and Innovation complex (Project Number TBD) Scope of Work Highlights: • Conduct detailed locates and study existing site conditions both below and above ground. • Install continuous 7way, 1way, etc. micro ducts around various areas of the UTM Campus following manufacturer and consultant specifications. (Primarily outside buildings underground). • Directional boring and trenching for installation of ducts. • Install new OCCs, panels, other related components per drawings and specifications. • Air blow in new single mode micro optical fiber cables and terminations. • Install, maintain, and remove tree protection fencing and associated measures as required by the certified arborist and applicable municipal requirements for Tree protection. • Provide a traffic management plan and adequate signage to minimize the disturbance to traffic flow. Plan to be approved by UTM and other regulatory authorities, i.e. Mississauga Fire • Conduct required civil work as required to meet scope, includes but not limited to; asphalt repairs, concrete repairs, curb and side walk repairs, building penetrations, • Build new in ground vaults, wall mounted cabinets, OCC slabs, modifications or removals of existing manhole, etc. • Repair all areas damaged by construction activity; including any landscaping. Contractor to document existing conditions prior to starting any work. Included staging and repairs to grounds afterwards when required /requested • Fire stop and water sealing to conduits and walls when required • Final cleaning of site and the disposal of all waste products and/ or debris generated by the construction activity as well as any material present in the work area prior to the commencement of the Work. The areas requiring cleaning shall consist of all areas affected by the Work. • Proper testing, verification, as-built submissions and closeout (including warranty submissions). ADDRESS AND FINAL DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS Submissions must be submitted electronically at: https://utoronto.bonfirehub.ca/opportunities/110265 Your submission must be uploaded, submitted, and finalized prior to the Closing Time of September 16, 2026 2:00 PM EST. We strongly recommend that you give yourself sufficient time and at least ONE (1) day before Closing Time to begin the uploading process and to finalize your submission. CONDITIONS FOR PARTICIPATION Evaluation Criteria Weight Minimum Passing Score Proof Of Insurance Pass/Fail Pass Valid WSIB Certificate of Clearance Pass/Fail Pass Confirmation of Bonding / Surety Pass/Fail Pass Applicant’s Organization 45 Points Applicant’s and Organization 40 Points and Team Experience Project Approach & Understanding 15 Points Total 100 Points, 70 Points Minimum Passing Score APPLICABLE TRADE AGREEMENTS This procurement is subject to the following trade agreement(s): The Canadian Free Trade Agreement, Chapter Five The Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement, Chapter 9 CONTRACT DETAILS Please refer to the RTQ documents for complete contract details. NOTES Suppliers should note that information contained within this notice is subject to change. Suppliers 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.

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