Performance Expectations
- Quarterly performance reviews against agreed-upon objectives and deliverables
- Minimum 80% achievement of approved quarterly objectives
- Development and maintenance of detailed project documentation
- Regular status reporting as per project management framework
- Adherence to all Supply Ontario policies, procedures, and professional standards
Work Arrangements
- Hybrid work arrangement with minimum 2-3 days per week on-site at Supply Ontario offices
- Flexibility to adjust schedule based on project needs and stakeholder availability
- Availability for occasional evening/weekend work during critical project phases
Intellectual Property and Confidentiality
- All work products, documentation, and intellectual property created during the engagement remain the property of Supply Ontario
- Strict adherence to confidentiality agreements and data protection protocols
- Non-disclosure agreement required as condition of engagement
- Return of all Supply Ontario property and materials upon contract completion
Probationary Period
- Initial 90-day probationary period to assess fit and capabilities
- Clear performance objectives to be established within first 30 days
- Bi-weekly check-ins during probationary period
- Option to terminate with 5 business days' notice during probationary period
Early Termination Provisions
- Supply Ontario may terminate the contract with 10 business days' written notice without cause
- Immediate termination for:
- Breach of confidentiality or security protocols
- Failure to meet minimum performance standards after documented warning
- Violation of Supply Ontario policies or professional conduct standards
- Misrepresentation of qualifications or experience
- Extended unavailability without approved leave
Extension and Renewal Provisions
- Contract extension is at the sole discretion of Supply Ontario
- Extension decisions will align with Supply Ontario's internal procurement policies and procedures
- Factors considered for extension include but are not limited to:
- Achievement of defined deliverables and performance metrics
- Ongoing organizational need for services
- Budget availability and value for money
- Contractor's demonstrated reliability and cultural fit
- Project continuity requirements
- Extension terms:
- Maximum extension periods as per Supply Ontario procurement policy
- Rate adjustments, if any, must align with approved rate cards
- Additional or modified terms may be introduced during extension
- Extension process:
- Review initiated minimum 30 days before contract end date
- Appropriate management approvals as per delegation of authority
- Written notice of extension decision provided minimum 30 days before contract end
- No guarantee or implicit right to extension regardless of performance
- Supply Ontario reserves the right to:
- Modify role requirements during extension period
- Adjust work arrangements and conditions
- Implement new policies or procedures
- Require additional qualifications or certifications
- Contractor acknowledgment:
- No expectation of automatic renewal
- Extension discussions do not constitute commitment
- Rights to compete for other opportunities if extension not granted