Basic Information

Reference Number

00004531063

Issuing Organization

City of Vancouver

Solicitation Type

NOI - Notice of Intent (Informal)

Solicitation Number

213681

Title

Provision of Recreation software (ActiveNet)

Source ID

SCRIBE

Details

Location

British Columbia

Purchase Type

Not Stated

Dates

Publication

2025/04/29 11:20:00 AM EDT

Closing Date

2025/05/06 06:00:00 PM EDT

Contact Information

Supply Chain Management

604-873-7263

purchasing@vancouver.ca

Description

Notice is hereby given by the City of Vancouver (“City”) of its intent to contract with The Active Network Ltd. DBA ActiveNet for the provision of Recreation software, and related support services.

ActiveNet is the Park Board's current Recreation software provider and it has played a crucial role in delivering Park Board programs and services, consistently ensuring a seamless and positive experience.

REASONS FOR THE DIRECT AWARD: ActiveNet is the only vendor with the proven ability to meet the City’s operational requirements while maintaining continuity of service. This decision is based on limited market alternatives, the competitive pricing achieved, and the significant effort and disruption involved in transitioning to a new provider.

TERM: Five (5) years, with the City’s option to extend for an additional three (3) years, followed by one (1) further year.

Disclaimer All amendments to the associated notice, including amended documents, plans and specifications (where applicable), are issued on bcbid.gov.bc.ca. MERX asks that you refer to bcbid.gov.bc.ca notice for these amendments. MERX stipulates that potential bidders may also be required to register with the buying authority as a bidder/plan taker. The contact information can be found within the notice abstract.