Osler reaches exciting milestone in new Peel Memorial Hospital project

Osler moving forward with release of Request for Qualifications for new hospital

The Ontario government and William Osler Health System (Osler) have taken an important step towards breaking ground on the new Peel Memorial Hospital with the release of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the project.

The RFQ is the first step in the process to select a qualified team to deliver the project, which includes a multi-storey patient tower that will house new inpatient beds, expanded clinics, and Brampton’s second Emergency Department. Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Osler will evaluate the RFQ submissions, to prequalify teams with the required design and construction experience to deliver a project of this size and complexity. Shortlisted teams will be invited to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP), expected to be released in Fall 2024.

“With this milestone, we are another step closer to transforming Peel Memorial into Brampton’s new hospital and bringing greater access to the health care services this community needs most,” said Linda Franklin, Board Chair, William Osler Health System. “Together with our partners – the Ontario Government, Infrastructure Ontario, City of Brampton and the Osler Foundation, and with the significant support of the community – we are building a robust local health system and transforming health care in this area for generations to come.”

Pre-construction preparations continue while Osler continues to proceed through the required stages of government approvals. The final design and construction schedule will be determined in partnership with the successful proponent. As with all construction projects, dates are subject to change and further government approvals.

“Moving into the procurement stage brings us closer to a strong, accessible health system for our community’s future,” said Dr. Frank Martino, President and CEO, William Osler Health System. “The transformation of Peel Memorial into Brampton’s new hospital will bring specialized and expanded services that are vital for patients and their families. We look forward to working with our partners in the time ahead to help increase hospital and health care capacity to serve our growing community.”

For more information about the transformation of Peel Memorial, visit our Build Peel Memorial webpage.

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“Through our government’s Your Health plan, we are continuing to make investments in our hospitals and healthcare infrastructure, getting shovels in the ground for over 50 development projects and renewing existing hospitals and community health centres. As Peel Region continues to rapidly grow, the new Peel Memorial Hospital will be able to connect even more people to faster, more convenient care closer to home, for years to come.” - Hon. Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health

“As part of our plan to build Ontario, the new Peel Memorial project will support the needs of one of the province's fastest-growing communities. Once complete, this new hospital will ensure patients and families have better access to the critical services they need. I am proud to be part of a government that is making historic investments in the province's hospital infrastructure as we build a stronger, healthier and more resilient Ontario together, today, and for generations to come.” - Hon. Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure

“This milestone is another important step towards delivering improvements to health care capacity in Brampton. The new Peel Memorial Hospital represents a transformational investment to ensure continued access to high-quality care for families well into the future. Moving forward with the RFQ brings us closer to selecting the team that will design and build a world-class hospital which will deliver the comprehensive health care that the residents of Brampton deserve.” - Hon. Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation and MPP, Brampton South

“This announcement is welcome news and an important step closer to shovels in the ground. We urgently need our second hospital built to help address the health care needs of our residents. City of Brampton continues to advocate for our fair share, while building a safer and healthier city for the future.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton

“Infrastructure Ontario is proud to partner with William Osler Health System on another exciting redevelopment project at Peel Memorial Hospital. We look forward to reviewing the submissions towards getting a contracting team on board. Once completed, the new Peel Memorial Hospital will provide increased patient care in the city of Brampton.” - Michael Lindsay, President & CEO, Infrastructure Ontario