Award, in accordance with the LAW, a sole-source contract to Hydro-Québec for the connection of three hundred (300) on-street charging stations for electric vehicles in 2024 as part of the installation work for these stations, for a maximum amount of $5,130,851.40 taxes included - exclusive supplier.

This tender concerns the award of a sole-source contract to Hydro-Québec for the crucial task of connecting 300 on-street charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) planned for installation in 2024. This contract is awarded in accordance with legal provisions for exclusive suppliers. The total maximum amount allocated for this service, including taxes, is $5,130,851.40. The Road Network Infrastructure Service, under the Urban Infrastructure Projects Realization Directorate, is overseeing this initiative. The objective is to facilitate the widespread adoption of electric mobility by ensuring the necessary electrical infrastructure is in place to support the new charging stations. Hydro-Québec, as the exclusive provider of such electrical connection services, is the sole entity capable of fulfilling this requirement. This project is a significant step towards enhancing Montreal's EV charging network and supporting the city's environmental and sustainable transportation goals. The contract ensures the efficient and compliant integration of these charging points into the existing electrical grid.

This is a works contract in the energy and power and urban development and housing sectors, with a focus on Renewable Energy and Municipal Services. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 5.1 million.

Published through Montreal Contracts, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the energy and power sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.