Call for Tenders for the 2024-2025 Essential Snow Removal Program for the Elderly and Disabled

10/08/2024

The Client Based Services Unit of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) is inviting Contractors to submit tenders for the 2024/2025 Essential Snow Removal Program for the Elderly and Disabled.

Contractors will be required to clear snow once accumulation reaches approximately four (4) inches/ten (10) centimeters. Services must include plowing or shoveling driveways, clearing walkways to entrances (including steps), and ensuring wheelchair ramps are accessible where applicable.

Walkways leading to entryways must be cleared to a minimum width of four (4) feet to ensure access for emergency responders. Salting is also required and will be provided to all Contractors.

All snow removal must be completed within five (5) hours of snowfall, starting at 8am. Clients with medical needs may require priority service, and Contractors will be notified in advance if this applies.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Only bidders whose principal place of business is in Kahnawà:ke are eligible to submit bids.
• Joint ventures between Kahnawa’kehró:non and non-Kahnawa’kehró:non Contractors are acceptable.
• Preference will be given to Kahnawà:ke Contractors who demonstrate a commitment to hiring local workers.

Submission Details:

• All bids must be submitted in person at the Client Based Services Office and will be confirmed with a written receipt.
• The deadline for submissions is 4pm on Friday, November 15, 2024.
• Tender documents are available for pickup at the Client Based Services Office’s front reception, Monday to Friday, between 8:30am and 4pm.

For further information and questions, please contact Caroline McComber at caroline.mccomber@mck.ca or call 450-638-0500.