Approve the service agreement and grant a negotiated contract for an amount of $557,035, including taxes where applicable, to Société écocitoyenne de Montréal (SEM) for the management of the Sainte-Marie and Saint-Jacques districts eco-neighborhood and the implementation of the 2026 Action Plan

This decision approves a service agreement and awards a non-competitive contract to the Société écocitoyenne de Montréal (SEM). The contract, valued at $557,035 including applicable taxes, covers the management of the eco-neighborhoods for the Sainte-Marie and Saint-Jacques districts. It also includes the implementation of their respective 2026 Action Plans. SEM will be responsible for driving environmental initiatives, fostering community participation in sustainability efforts, and overseeing the ecological development of these districts. This direct contract award leverages the expertise of a specialized organization in urban ecology and community engagement. The Borough Council of Ville-Marie, through its Borough Administration, has approved this agreement, reinforcing the borough's commitment to environmental sustainability and the development of green initiatives across its territory.

This is a services contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 557,035.

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 governance and public administration 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.