Courses

Contract Delivery and OPS

Registration Info

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April 27 – 29, 2026
Fee:
Member Rate - $1320.00
Duration:
3 days

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand OPS governance, history, and the benefits of harmonized standards for municipal infrastructure 
  • Apply OPS standards to develop robust contracts and enhance project efficiency 
  • Utilize OPS frameworks for planning, delivery, inspection, and closeout of linear infrastructure projects 
  • Manage progress payments and dispute resolution using OPS General Conditions 
  • Implement best practices for contract administration and times and materials management 
  • Navigate the Construction Act’s Prompt Payment requirements 
  • Apply tools and techniques to mitigate legal and financial risks in infrastructure projects 

Course Description

Contract Delivery and Ontario Provincial Standards is an intensive course that equips you with the knowledge and tools to excel in contract delivery. This course provides a thorough understanding of OPS governance and its critical role in municipal infrastructure projects. Through interactive group exercises, case studies, and practical scenarios, participants will explore how OPS enhances contract preparation, streamlines project management, and reduces risk. 

From project planning to closeout, you’ll gain hands-on experience applying OPS to real-world challenges in transportation, water, wastewater, and drainage infrastructure. Whether you’re preparing contracts or managing construction, this course will empower you to deliver projects with greater efficiency and confidence. 

Course Details

  • Public and private sector staff involved in contract design and delivery 
  • Contract preparation specialists 
  • Municipal operations staff 
  • Infrastructure maintenance and repair coordinators 
  • Public works managers and supervisors 
  • Engineers and technologists working in transportation, water, wastewater, and drainage infrastructure 
  • MEA’s MIT Certificate candidates 
  • Introduction to OPS 
  • OPS Governance and History 
  • Benefits of Harmonized Standards 
  • Contract Development and Preparation 
  • Essential Components of Public Works Contracts 
  • Project Planning and Delivery Framework 
  • Linear Infrastructure Project Management 
  • Time and Materials Management (OPSS.PROV.127) 
  • Inspection and Quality Assurance 
  • Progress Payments and Contract Administration 
  • Construction Act Prompt Payment Requirements 
  • Dispute Resolution Using OPS General Conditions (MUNI.100) 
  • Project Closeout and Holdback Release 
  • Risk Management and Mitigation 
  • Building Efficient Specifications 

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  • MEA: Mandatory course for the MEA’s Municipal Infrastructure Certification 
  • Continuing Professional Development: Up to 14 CPD/CEU hours (approx.) 

Delta Hotel – 50 Stone Road W, Guelph ON N1G 0A9

Reservations cut-off day is Thursday, March 26, 2026

Rate: $209 + taxes

 

Staybridge Suite Guelph – 11 Corporate Crt., Guelph, ON N1G 5G5

Reservations cut-off day is Thursday, March 26, 2026

Rate: Queen Studio Suite Studio Full Kitchen $295 + taxes

 

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Guelph – 35 Cowan Pl., Guelph, ON

$359.99 + taxes/night (Standard rooms, non-smoking)

$379.99 + taxes/night (King Suite with Pull-out Sofa, non-smoking)

To book, call the hotel directly at 519-763-2339 and ask for the “Ontario Good Roads “rate.

Please note: The cut-off date to book is Friday, February 27, 2026. Once the reservation is made, no complimentary changes or cancellations are allowed after Sunday, April 19, 2026.

A permit is required to park on campus between 8:00am-5:00pm. Daily passes are available for $13.05 (including HST and Service Fee). Please find the Offstreet Parking link here:

https://www.offstreet.io/events/9N4XV28S

You may park in P13, P14, P15, P19.

Permits are virtual and are tied to each vehicles license plate.

Arup Mukherjee is a Professional Engineer with 35 years experience in Municipal Engineering.  He retired as Director of Public Works for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville in Brockville, Ontario. Prior to that, he worked for both local and regional governments in Toronto, Markham, York Region and Bradford. He is a member of Professional Engineers Ontario and Ontario Public Works Association. He serves on the Board for the Ottawa Valley Branch of the Ontario Public Works Association. He is a lifetime member for the Municipal Engineers Association and is the course developer and instructor for the Ontario Provincial Standards courses.