Roster for Architectural Consulting Services

Roster for Architectural Consulting ServicesRFVQ 22051Closing Date:12/09/2022 02:00:00 PM ETDetail: Concept Overview A Singular OpportunityToronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC) is seeking innovative consultant teams to work collaboratively to preserve and renew our portfolio assets, raise the quality of design and contract administration services, and act as partners to greatly enhance the comfort and improve the quality of life for our tenants. The Case for Quality-Based SelectionTCHC recognizes that an investment in high quality design and contract administration services at the onset of a project will yield exponential savings during the later phases of construction. To this end, TCHC is pleased to be moving forward with a quality-based selection process for the public procurement of architectural consulting services. By utilizing tools such as an established schedule for fees (fixed % x estimated construction cost), Proponents will be selected based on merit and ability

with subsequent project work being assigned on a rotational basis to firms on the Roster. For TCHC, this will mean improved service, streamlined procurement processes and significant savings of time and money through operational efficiencies. By selecting consultant teams who prove best suited for projects, TCHC will continue its mandate to strive for high quality work and service excellence. Overview of ServicesAs members of TCHC’s Architectural Consulting ServicesRoster, Vendors will be providing complete Architectural design services and contract administration services as required to implement a wide variety of capital repair projects across the TCHC portfolio. Prospective projects will range widely from common area interior renovations to larger scale retrofits including tower envelope and window systems. The scope of services will be for all aspects of design and contract administration and is based on the Architect’s Scope of Basic Services described in the Ontario Association of Architects Standard Form of Contract for Architect’s Services OAA 601. As a member of the Architectural Consulting Services, a consultant will be expected to manage numerous concurrent projects with varying priorities, staggered milestones, tight deadlines and limited budgets. Successful Proponents, therefore, must have the capacity to manage a large complement of concurrent TCHC projects while still maintaining a high level of service and quality control. It is important for Proponents to note that the majority of design and contract administration services at TCHC takes place in fully occupied residential buildings. This being the case, the effective engagement of project stakeholders is pivotal to the success of any TCHC project. This includes understanding the needs of tenants, TCHC staff and other community stakeholders affected by building renovation projects. Therefore, in addition to design and contract administration services, successful Proponents will be relied upon to conduct effective stakeholder and tenant consultation. Successful projects must also be conceived in a manner that minimizes disruption to tenants and building operations. As noted above, TCHC’s capital renewal strategy has moved away from smaller scale repairs in favour of larger projects that require a more comprehensive and holistic approach to design. As such, TCHC requires Proponents who are capable of leading multi-discipline design teams with an integrated understanding of building systems. Successful Proponents must possess experience in acting as prime consultant with an ability to effectively manage and accurately coordinate the work of multiple sub-consultants. In short, we are seeking innovative, highly capable, creative and hardworking architectural firms who are interested in delivering transformative work to improve the quality of tenant lives. The RFVQ (and any subsequent Addenda) can be accessed online at: Bonfire: https://torontohousing.bonfirehub.ca/opportunities/56464 TCHC Website:https://www.torontohousing.ca/doing-business/procurement-opportunities/tenders/Pages/RFVQ-22051---Roster---Architectural-Consulting-Services.aspx RFVQ Key Information The RFVQ Key Information is tentative only and may be changed by TCHC at any time. Proposals must be submitted online on the Bonfire Portal ( https://torontohousing.bonfirehub.ca/)before the Proposal Deadline Name and Address of Procuring EntityToronto Community Housing Corporation 35 Carl Hall Road, Unit 1 North York, ON M3K 2E2For the purposes of this procurement process, the “ TCHC Contact” will be: Joanne Bourne-James All inquiries are to be directed through the messaging function in the e-Procurement PortalRFVQ Number22051RFVQ TitleArchitectural Consulting ServicesIssue Date of RFVQTuesday, August 16, 2022Optional–Information Session Monday, September 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM ET AND Friday, October 21, 2022 at 1:00 PM ET (Refer to section 1.2 for further details)Information Session Details (Teleconference)Meeting Link: Click here to joinJoin by phone: 416-216-5643 Meeting number (access code): 798 671 800Deadline to Confirm In-Person ParticipationN/AOptional Site Visit Location and DetailsN/ADeadline for Questions and Suggested Project Agreement RevisionsThursday, November 10, 2022 at 4:00 PM ET All inquiries are to be directed through the messaging function in the e-Procurement PortalDeadline for Issuing AddendaMonday, November 21, 2022 at 4:00 PM ETProposal DeadlineFriday, December 09, 2022 at 2:00:00 PM ETLimitation on the Number of Vendors16 Vendors (Refer to section 2.4 for further details)Rectification Period3 Business Days unless otherwise noted in a Rectification Notice. Solicitation NumberRFVQ 22051Solicitation NameRoster for Architectural Consulting ServicesPublished Date08/16/2022Closing Date12/09/2022 02:00:00 PM ETStatusOpen for BiddingWant to bid on this opportunity?Review notice for important informationPlease give yourself ample time when uploading files. You will need to account for the upload time and the anti-virus scan. If your file fails the anti-virus check it will be rejected.Quick Glance at this bidSubmission InstructionsResponses must be submitted prior to the closing date and time, as per submission instructions in the solicitation documents.Toronto Community Housing Corporation is using Biddingo's platform to publish solicitations. This guideline has been provided to assist you with the steps. Note that information in the addendum and solicitation documents supersedes what is provided in this guideline. Biddingo is not responsible for any errors/omissions in the guideline.