Authorize the disbursement of a non-recurring financial contribution of $18,000 to the Regroupement des éco-quartiers (REQ) to enable the hiring of 4 students for the environmental awareness patrol "La Patrouille verte" (The Green Patrol), during the summer season of 2025.

This decision authorizes a non-recurring financial contribution of $18,000 to the Regroupement des éco-quartiers (REQ), an environmental collective. The purpose of this funding is to support the hiring of four students who will participate in an environmental awareness initiative called "La Patrouille verte" (The Green Patrol). This program is scheduled to run during the summer season of 2025. The contribution aims to foster environmental education and engagement among young people within the Côte-des-Neiges - Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough. The Borough Council, through the Director General's Office, has approved this disbursement to support the REQ's efforts in promoting environmental stewardship and providing valuable summer employment opportunities for students.

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 18,000.

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 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.