City of Dryden - Operate the Sandy Beach Golf Club - EOI-2026-1 (2026)
City of DrydenCity · Dryden, ON- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 5 days left
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jason Boyer
- (807) 223-2225
The 30-second brief
The City of Dryden is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified and experienced individuals, businesses, organizations, or other interested parties to operate Sandy Beach Golf Club, a municipal golf facility owned by the City of Dryden. The successful operator will be expected to provide professional, customer-focused, financially responsible, and sustainable day-to-day operations of the golf course and associated facilities in accordance with the City of Dryden Sandy Beach Golf Club Operations Manual. The anticipated term of the Operating Agreement will be 3-years, with the potential for renewal. Submissions are due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST, and must be submitted electronically to [email protected] or via the Bids and Tenders Document Portal.
Golf industry and operational experience 20%, Qualifications and experience of management team 15%, Proposed operating plan 20%, Course maintenance and asset management approach 15%, Financial model and demonstrated financial capacity 15%, Customer service and community benefit 15%
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Summary
The City of Dryden is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified and experienced individuals, businesses, organizations, or other interested parties to operate Sandy Beach Golf Club, a municipal golf facility owned by the City of Dryden.
The successful operator will be expected to provide professional, customer-focused, financially responsible, and sustainable day-to-day operations of the golf course and associated facilities in accordance with the City of Dryden Sandy Beach Golf Club Operations Manual. The anticipated term of the Operating Agreement will be 3-years, with the potential for renewal. Submissions are due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST, and must be submitted electronically to [email protected] or via the Bids and Tenders Document Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Golf industry and operational experience 20%
- Qualifications and experience of management team 15%
- Proposed operating plan 20%
- Course maintenance and asset management approach 15%
- Financial model and demonstrated financial capacity 15%
- Customer service and community benefit 15%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Proponent information
- Relevant experience
- Management team
- References
- Proposed operating model
- Preliminary operating plan
- Proposed financial model
- Course maintenance approach
- Community benefit strategy
- Financial capacity
- Proposed term
- Any proposed improvements or investments
- Any assumptions
- Exclusions or requested changes to the Operations Manual
- Operations Manual – Acknowledgement
- Submit to
- [email protected] / http://dryden.2big4email.com
- Scope location
- Dryden, ON
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from City of Dryden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / http://dryden.2big4email.com. For questions, contact Jason Boyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including City of Dryden in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFEI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jason Boyer at (807) 223-2225. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Golf industry and operational experience 20%, Qualifications and experience of management team 15%, Proposed operating plan 20%, Course maintenance and asset management approach 15%, Financial model a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Dryden?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proponent information, Relevant experience, Management team, References, Proposed operating model, Preliminary operating plan, Proposed financial model, Course maintenance approach, Community benefit. Review the full document from City of Dryden for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dryden, ON. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.