Award four (4) contracts to the firm Bio-Contrôle Arboricole Inc., for ash injection services on public and private lands in 2024 within the framework of the strategy to combat the emerald ash borer - total expenditure of $453,342.11, taxes included (contracts: $362,673.69 + contingencies: $36,267.37 + quantity variation: $54,401.05) - public tender 23-20288 - two so

This decision involves awarding four contracts to BIO-CONTROL ARBORICOLE INC. for essential ash injection services across public and private properties within Montreal for the year 2024. These services are a critical component of the city's ongoing strategy to combat the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that poses a significant threat to ash tree populations. The total allocated expenditure for these contracts amounts to $453,342.11, inclusive of all applicable taxes. This comprehensive budget includes the primary contract value of $362,673.69, contingency funds of $36,267.37 to address unforeseen circumstances, and an allowance for quantity variations of $54,401.05. The tender process, identified as Public Tender 23-20288, resulted in the selection of BIO-CONTROL ARBORICOLE INC. from two conforming bidders. The services will be managed by the Grands Parcs du Mont-Royal et des Sports Service, under the Directorate of Parks and Natural Environments Management. Funding is primarily sourced from the City (97.99%), with a small portion from the Agglomeration (2.01%). This initiative is vital for preserving the urban forest canopy and mitigating the ecological and aesthetic damage caused by the EAB infestation. The decision was made by the Executive Committee (Decision No. CE24 0424) and is recorded under file number 1246505001.

This is a services contract in the agriculture and food security, environment and climate and urban development and housing sectors, with a focus on Pest Control, Forestry and Urban Infrastructure. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 362,674.

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