AWARD A SOLE-SOURCE CONTRACT TO PARTENARIAT DU QUARTIER DES SPECTACLES FOR THE EXECUTION OF A WELCOMING AND SECURITY MANDATE REQUIRED FOR THE OPERATION OF A WELCOME PAVILION FOR VISITORS AT ESPLANADE TRANQUILLE, FOR A PERIOD OF 20 MONTHS, RETROACTIVELY TO MAY 1, 2025 - TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $700,000, TAXES INCLUDED / APPROVE THE DRAFT AGREEMENT FOR THIS PURPOSE

This decision involves awarding a sole-source contract to Partenariat du Quartier des Spectacles for essential welcoming and security services. These services are required for the ongoing operation of a welcome pavilion for visitors located at Esplanade Tranquille. The contract duration is 20 months, commencing retroactively from May 1, 2025. The total expenditure authorized for these services is $700,000, inclusive of taxes. The Municipal Council will also approve the draft agreement for this mandate. This contract ensures a safe and welcoming environment for visitors to the Esplanade Tranquille, supporting cultural and public space initiatives. The decision is overseen by the Municipal Council, with the Culture Service managing the contract. The entire cost is funded by the City. This ensures the successful operation of the welcome pavilion and enhances the visitor experience.

This is a services contract in the education and training and security and defense sectors. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 700,000.

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 services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.