This Request for Proposal (the “RFP”) is an invitation by the Regional Municipality of Niagara (“Niagara Region”) to prospective proponents to submit proposals for Delivery of an All Inclusive Ware Wash Program and Housekeeping Chemicals/Supplies for Seven (7) Long Term Care Homes, as further described in Section A of the RFP Particulars (Appendix B) (the “Deliverables”). 

Niagara Region Seniors Services currently operates Seven (7) Long Term Care Homes (LTCH) and a range of Community Programs that provide wellness, outreach and residential services to seniors across Niagara. Each LTCH operates commercial laundry systems, a commercial kitchen and provides housekeeping services for 984 residents.

Of the Seven (7) LTCHs it should be noted that the commercial laundry system is currently utilizing an Ecotex ozone laundry system. 

The Niagara Region is currently redeveloping one (1) of it’s LTCHs, Linhaven in St. Catharines, 2027. At the completion of the project the Niagara Region Seniors Services will operate seven (7) LTCHs with a total occupancy of 996 beds and the addition of two (2) Wellness Centers to support a range of Community Programs on site. All automatic dispensing equipment required. LTCH Locations:

1. Linhaven, 403 Ontario Street, St Catharines, ON (future state-same location) 
2. Northland Pointe, 2 Fielden Avenue, Port Colborne 
3. The Woodlands of Sunset, 920 Pelham Street, Welland ON 
4. The Meadows of Dorchester, 6623 Kalar Road, Niagara Falls ON 
5. Rapelje Lodge, 277 Plymouth Road, Welland ON 
6. Gilmore Lodge, 60 King Street , Fort Erie ON 
7. Deer Park Villa/Suites, 150 Central Avenue, Grimsby ON