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| Bid Classification: |
Services
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| Bid Type: | Request for Expression of Interest |
| Bid Number: | RFEI 2026-099 |
| Bid Name: | WARMING CENTRE OPERATIONS SERVICES |
| Bid Status: | Open |
| Published Date: | Mon Aug 31, 2026 10:10:01 AM (EDT) |
| Bid Closing Date: | Mon Sep 14, 2026 2:00:01 PM (EDT) |
| Electronic Auctions: | Not Applicable |
| Language for Bid Submissions: | English unless specified in the bid document |
| Submission Type: | Online Submissions Only |
| Submission Address: | Online Submissions Only |
| Public Opening: | No |
| Description: |
The County of Simcoe is seeking submissions from qualified and experienced vendors. Online electronic submissions through the Bidding System or emailed submissions to bids@simcoe.ca will be accepted for this opportunity. Request for Expression of Interest No. 2026-099 For: WARMING CENTRE OPERATIONS SERVICES The County of Simcoe is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified community service providers to deliver and operate seasonal Warming Centre services from October 15, 2026, through April 15, 2027. Warming Centres will be located in the City of Barrie and the Town of Wasaga Beach As Service Manager for homelessness services, the County of Simcoe works with local municipalities, including the separated Cities of Barrie and Orillia, to establish a seasonal Warming Centre program which provides temporary indoor respite and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness during the winter season. Warming Centres provide safe, low-barrier indoor spaces for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability during periods of cold weather and severe winter conditions. Service providers will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of assigned sites and the delivery of client-centred supports that promote safety, stability, and housing outcomes. The County of Simcoe is interested in identifying organizations with the capacity and experience to operate Warming Centres under one or both of the following service delivery models: • 24 hours per day, 7 days per week • Overnight-only operations Service providers may indicate interest and capacity to operate one or both models. Service providers may indicate interest in operating sites in the City of Barrie, or the Town of Wasaga Beach, or in both municipalities. Warming Centres are intended to complement the broader homelessness response system by providing safe, welcoming environments where individuals can access basic needs supports, engage with trained staff, connect to housing resources, and receive referrals to community-based services. The County of Simcoe is committed to delivering services that are: • Housing-focused • Trauma-informed • Low-barrier and accessible • Inclusive and equitable • Responsive to the diverse needs of people experiencing homelessness The County recognizes that Warming Centres serve an important role in protecting vulnerable individuals during the winter months while supporting pathways toward housing stability and improved well-being. |
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