CONCLUDE A FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT WITH LAFARGE CANADA INC. FOR THE SUPPLY AND DELIVERY ON DEMAND OF CRUSHED STONE, FOR A PERIOD OF TWENTY-FOUR (24) MONTHS, WITH TWO (2) EXTENSION OPTIONS - ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF THE FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT: $3,621,544.00, TAXES INCLUDED (AGREEMENT: $3,149,168.70 + VARIATION OF QUANTITIES $472,375.31) - PUBLIC TENDER 22-19574 - (2 BIDDERS)

This proposal seeks to establish a framework agreement with Lafarge Canada Inc. for the supply and on-demand delivery of crushed stone. The agreement is set for an initial term of twenty-four (24) months and includes two options for extension, providing flexibility for ongoing needs. The estimated total value of this framework agreement is $3,621,544.00, inclusive of taxes. This amount is broken down into the base agreement value of $3,149,168.70 and an allowance for quantity variations totaling $472,375.31. The procurement process involved Public Tender 22-19574, which resulted in two bids. Crushed stone is a fundamental material for various municipal infrastructure projects, including road construction, repairs, and landscaping. This agreement ensures a reliable supply chain for this essential commodity. The Service de l'approvisionnement (Procurement Service) is managing this tender, with the Direction Acquisition responsible for its execution. The funding mechanism is based on 'FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT ALLOCATION BASED ON USE', meaning costs will be incurred as materials are ordered and delivered. The Municipal Council's approval is required to finalize this agreement.

This is a framework agreement contract in the general supplies and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on General Supplies and Construction Supervision. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 3.6 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 framework agreement in the general supplies sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.