AUTHORIZE THE SIGNATURE OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MONTREAL, SCHOOL SERVICE CENTERS, AND SCHOOL COMMISSIONS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF MONTREAL FROM JANUARY 1, 2025, TO DECEMBER 31, 2028, FOR THE CITY'S ACCESS TO SCHOOL FACILITIES / AUTHORIZE A TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $19,660,725 TAXES INCLUDED ($5,700,000 PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES PER YEAR FROM 2026 TO 2028) / AUTHORIZE AN ADDITIONAL REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE BUDGET OF $5,700,000 ($1,900,000 PER YEAR FROM 2026

This decision seeks authorization to sign a lease agreement between the City of Montreal and various school service centers and school commissions within the city's territory. The agreement will be effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2028, granting the City access to school facilities. A total expenditure of $19,660,725, including taxes, is authorized. This amount breaks down to $5,700,000 plus applicable taxes per year for the period of 2026 to 2028. Additionally, an additional revenue and expenditure budget of $5,700,000 is authorized, corresponding to $1,900,000 per year from 2026 onwards. This initiative is managed by the Municipal Council, with the Major Parks, Mount Royal, and Sports Service, under the Sports Directorate, overseeing the operational aspects. The funding is entirely from the City's budget. This agreement facilitates the City's use of school infrastructure for various programs and activities, optimizing resource utilization and community services.

This is a services contract in the environment and climate sector. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 1.6 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 services in the environment and climate 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.