This Request for Proposal (the “RFP”) is issued by the Corporation of the County of Peterborough (the “County”) for the provision of Seasonal Collection of Curbside and Depot Leaf and Yard Materials within Peterborough County. The curbside collection program currently occurs seven (7) times per year in the following settlement areas: Bridgenorth, Ennismore Areas, Lakefield, Terraview Heights, and Woodland acres, Township of Selwyn Donwood, Township of Douro Dummer Havelock, Township of Havelock Belmont Methuen Keene and Lang, Township of Otonabee South Monaghan Millbrook and North Monaghan, Township of Cavan Monaghan Norwood, Township of Asphodel Norwood Maps of the current collection areas are provided in Appendix B. The County will also be working with three (3) townships to provide collection services at their transfer stations and/or landfills. The service provisions are described in Part 5 Specifications Schedule. The contract will begin March 1, 2027, and the first curbside collections are scheduled for April 2027. The term of the contract will be March 1, 2027, to December 31, 2029, with the option to renew for up to two (2) one (1) year contract extensions. More detailed requirements are set out in Part 5 Specifications Schedule.
This Request for Proposals (the “RFP”) is issued by the Corporation of the County of Peterborough (the “County”) for the provision of professional engineering services to undertake the detailed design for the County Road 10 Corridor Improvements. The assignment will include the preparation of a comprehensive detailed design that reflects and implements the recommendations and findings of the completed Environmental Study Report (ESR) prepared in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) process. The work will advance the project into Phase 5 (Implementation) of the MCEA planning and design process. The scope of services will also include the completion of any additional studies, investigations, approvals, and supporting documentation required to fulfill Phase 5 requirements, including but not limited to detailed engineering design, utility coordination, stakeholder engagement, permitting and approvals, tender document preparation, and construction cost estimating. This project is a partnership between The County and the Township of Cavan Monaghan (the Township). All contractual elements, including invoicing, shall be conducted through the County. Where this RFP refers to the County, in reference to the project owner, it shall be taken to mean the County and Township alike. More detailed requirements are set out in Part 5 Specifications Schedule.
The Corporation of the County of Peterborough is requesting tenders for the supply and delivery of one pneumatic forklift truck. The forklift must be new, model year 2026 or newer, with a 5,000-pound lift capacity. Detailed requirements are provided in Part 5, Specifications Schedule, and submissions must be made online.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from County of Peterborough
County Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 15, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The council received presentations regarding 2026 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund allocations and the Ontario Phragmites Action Program funding. Various reports were addressed, including an Affordable Housing Financial Incentive Program, 2026 Draft Budget pressures with specific reallocations and savings, the implementation of a County Strategic Alignment framework, and the G.R.O.W. economic initiative. Additionally, the council passed a motion requesting detailed information and site plans from the City regarding a major building demolition project to ensure proper disposal and environmental compliance.
Peterborough County Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Jan 22, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The Council received presentations regarding the 2025 Bicentennial Project, an update on the Peterborough Airport, an Economic Development and Tourism Plan, and an analysis of garbage uploads. The Council authorized a negotiable RFP for a co-collection garbage and organics contract and discussed future waste management options. Routine business included the endorsement of the Accessibility Advisory Committee's work plan, amendments to parking regulations, approval of a road rationalization policy, and the receipt of committee minutes and liaison reports.
County Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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Sheridan GrahamChief Administrative Officer, Deputy Clerk, and Deputy Treasurer
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Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council meeting involved presentations regarding the New Local Action Plan for the Peterborough County OPP Detachment and an update on the Conservation Authorities Amalgamation Process, with authorization given for the County to submit comments on the proposal. Consent items covered a range of operational and policy matters, including support for resolutions on municipal election conduct and Highway 28 reviews. Additionally, the Council approved an Economic and Strategic Assessment Framework response for data centers, implemented a Responsible AI Use Framework, authorized the 2026 insurance policy renewal, and updated several corporate policies, including those related to video surveillance and privacy.
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