CanadaBuys #2026-047-AM

Toronto Metropolitan University 20-Year Dark Fiber Lease for MAN Connectivity

Toronto Metropolitan University is seeking proposals for a long-term dark fiber solution to support its Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) at a central Toronto location. - Government buyer: - Toronto Metropolitan University, Financial Services - Purchasing and Payment office - Products/services requested: - Provision and installation of dark fiber for MAN connectivity - 20-year (240 months) lease term - Project Specific Agreement required - OEMs and vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or notable requirements: - Open competitive bidding process - Evaluation based on mandatory criteria and price - Compliance with Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), Canada-European Union CETA, and Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement - Mandatory submission forms and confirmation of project scope - Place of performance: - 2 Queen Street East, Toronto - Contracting office: - 350 Victoria Street, Toronto (Financial Services - Purchasing and Payment)

Description

This solicitation invites proposals for providing dark fiber for a lease location at 2 Queen Street for Toronto Metropolitan University. The project involves a 20-year lease and the implementation of a Project Specific Agreement. The procurement method is competitive open bidding, and the contract duration is 240 months. Evaluation will be based on mandatory criteria and price, with a total score of 100 points for price evaluation. Submissions are due by June 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

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