This consultation was open from:
May 29, 2026
to June 19, 2026
Decision summary
TCP comments and MTO responses to OPSS 127 - Schedule of Rental Rates for Construction Equipment.
Decision details
Responses provided to all comments received, some changes made to the specification based on comments.
Effects of consultation
Meeting was held on July 9, 2026 with stakeholder (ORBA) to discuss their comments. Responses provided to all comments received, many changes made to the specification based on comments from industry.
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Proposal details
OPSS.PROV 127 Schedule of Rental Rates for Construction Equipment provides the costs associated with operating construction machinery in Ontario, including ownership costs, overhead expenses, and profit margins. These rates are used to determine compensation for equipment rental under the Time and Material basis of payment for MTO contracts.
Subcategory Classification Revisions
• 127.02.11.03 Hydraulic Drill Rig: revised equipment classification to Torque from Power
• 127.02.11.06 Trenchless Directional Dril, Track Mounted: revised equipment classification to Pullback Force from Operating Weight
• 127.02.12.02 Sweepers – Self-Propelled, Dual Control: Combined all street sweepers into single rate deleting separate mechanical, regenerative air, and vacuum sweeper classifications
• Combined 2WD & 4WD variants into a single subcategory for both. Applies to Wheeled Tractor, Farm, Industrial (127.02.06.07 & 08), and Pickup Trucks (127.02.08.04 & 05)
Subcategory Deletions
• 127.02.02.02 Asphalt Paver Attachment
• 127.02.03.08 Self-Propelled, Static, Tandem Drum
• 127.02.03.09 Self-Propelled, Static, Segmented, Four-Wheeled, Two Axles, Including Blade
• 127.02.09.05 Lattice Boom Crane, Carrier Mounted
• 127.02.09.08 Tool Carrier
• 127.02.15.03 Diaphragm Pumps
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This consultation was open from May 29, 2026
to June 19, 2026
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