Item - 2020.GL14.18

The General Government and Licensing Committee recommends that:

1.  City Council authorize the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to negotiate and enter into a non-competitive agreement with Zamboni Company Limited for the supply of proprietary parts and services to Zamboni Ice Resurface Machines, Ice Conditioner Boxes and Zamboni Ice Edgers, for a period of five years from November 1, 2020 to October 31, 2025 in the amount of $917,366.00 net of taxes and ($933,512.00 net of Harmonized Sales Tax recoveries), on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

The purpose of this report is to request authority to enter into a non-competitive contract with Zamboni Company Limited (Zamboni) being the only authorized dealer for the supply of proprietary parts and services to Zamboni Ice Resurface Machines, Ice Conditioner Boxes and Zamboni Ice Edgers in the total amount of $917,366 net of Harmonized Sales Tax and ($933,512.00 net of HST recoveries) for a period of five (5)years from November 1, 2020 to October 31, 2025.

Ice resurface machines are acquired through Fleet Services and are sourced through a competitive solicitation process. Parks, Forestry and Recreation Small Engine Mechanics maintain the equipment and must use Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts to ensure manufacturer's warranty for the resurfacers remains valid. This contract will ensure the continued operation of all arenas and outdoor artificial ice rinks operated by the City of Toronto.

City Council approval is required in accordance with Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 71 Financial Control, Section 71-11A, where the total amount of $917,366.00 net of Harmonized Sales Tax and ($933,512.00 net of HST recoveries) exceeds staff authority.