Procuring Entity: The University of Toronto
Address:
University of Toronto
Procurement Services
215 Huron St, 2nd floor
Toronto, Ontario
Canada, M5S 1A2
Description:
In 2011, the University developed a digital maps platform – http://map.utoronto.ca. This tool integrated and replaced multiple versions of online campus maps that featured different areas and services at U of T. An in-house, cross-department staff project designed, developed and launched the site.
The maps website is powered by Google’s map data and includes all major building locations on the three campuses. The site uses layers to present a variety of services from accessibility to wireless and student services. It allows for decentralized content updates.
The maps tool has been popular: in 2016, the map was viewed more than 880,000 times. It is also being used increasingly on mobile devices.
The maps tool has served the community well. But given the vast advances in digital technology in campus maps, U of T requires a new generation of digital maps – and the ability for internal digital staff to update the maps.
The University’s large internal and external community requires effective wayfinding tools using the latest in digital technology and applications.
In addition to the maps, the University’s student recruitment team also requires a “virtual tour” component. This will be part of the maps package, but can also be used by the student recruitment team separately. The virtual tour will be effective in providing prospective students and their families with the ability to see various highlights of the University’s three campuses from anywhere in the world. The virtual tour capability would also enable the University to create tours of specific, temporary events (such as a walking tour of historical landmarks related to the Canada 150 anniversary).
Tendering Website:
Proponents will find the complete RFP Documents at: https://www.merx.com/
Pricing and Payment Terms are available on the MERX website.
Procurement Method:
Open tender whereby all interested Proponents may submit a response.
Estimated Quantities:
Available within the tender document.
Submission Details:
Suppliers shall submit their response using Bonfire at: https://utoronto.bonfirehub.ca/
Submission Deadline:
See Closing Date below.
Public Opening:
Not Applicable
This procurement is covered by:
- Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
- Chapter 9 of the Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement
- Chapter 19 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union
Additional Options:
Available within the tender document.
Suppliers should note that information contained within this notice is subject to change. Suppliers are encouraged to download the tender document, which contains the most current information.
If there is a conflict between the tender document and this Tender Notice, the tender document will take precedence.
