City of Kenora - Request for Proposal for Purchase and Redevelopment of the Kenricia Hotel Property - 2026
City of KenoraCity · Kenora, ON- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Pihulak
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
The City of Kenora is seeking proposals for the purchase, preservation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and redevelopment of the historic Kenricia Hotel property located at 155 Main Street South (at Second Street South) in Kenora, Ontario. The scope encompasses a five-storey heritage building containing approximately 71,131 square feet of space (including 7,604 sq ft of covered garage), featuring a basement commercial space, main-floor commercial space, two restaurant spaces, upper-floor rooming/hotel/residential areas, and exterior facade restoration including limestone quoins, windows, roof elements, and doors. Demolition is strictly prohibited, and the project must respect the heritage character designated under By-law 84-2007 while advancing downtown revitalization, tourism, and community objectives. Submissions are due by 11:00 am CST on October 15, 2026, with inquiries accepted until October 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria include direct/indirect financial benefits, technical feasibility, financial capacity, redevelopment concept, and heritage rehabilitation strategy.
Restoration of the building facade including non-element restoration, Heritage elements per By-law 84-2007, Brick facade enhancements, Windows, Roof elements, And doors; preliminary development budget; proposed purchase price; estimated rehabilitation and construction costs; development schedule; heritage rehabilitation strategy; redevelopment concept; financial capacity evidence; project team identification
Direct and Indirect Financial Benefits to the City (15%), Construction, structural and technical feasibility (15%), Financial Capacity and Credibility of Financing Plan (15%), Redevelopment Concept and Advancement of Downtown Activation, Tourism Community Safety and Public-Purpose Objectives (15%), Heritage Rehabilitation Strategy (15%), Relevant Experience of Project Team (10%), Implementation Strategy and Proposed Milestones (10%), Parking strategy (5%)
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Summary
The City of Kenora is seeking proposals for the purchase, preservation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and redevelopment of the historic Kenricia Hotel property located at 155 Main Street South (at Second Street South) in Kenora, Ontario.
The scope encompasses a five-storey heritage building containing approximately 71,131 square feet of space (including 7,604 sq ft of covered garage), featuring a basement commercial space, main-floor commercial space, two restaurant spaces, upper-floor rooming/hotel/residential areas, and exterior facade restoration including limestone quoins, windows, roof elements, and doors. Demolition is strictly prohibited, and the project must respect the heritage character designated under By-law 84-2007 while advancing downtown revitalization, tourism, and community objectives. Submissions are due by 11:00 am CST on October 15, 2026, with inquiries accepted until October 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria include direct/indirect financial benefits, technical feasibility, financial capacity, redevelopment concept, and heritage rehabilitation strategy.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Restoration of the building facade including non-element restoration, Heritage elements per By-law 84-2007, Brick facade enhancements, Windows, Roof elements, And doors
- Preliminary development budget
- Proposed purchase price
- Estimated rehabilitation and construction costs
- Development schedule
- Heritage rehabilitation strategy
- Redevelopment concept
- Financial capacity evidence
- Project team identification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Proponent information
- Corporate profile
- Ownership structure
- Signing authority confirmation
- Redevelopment concept
- Heritage strategy
- Building facade description
- Development schedule
- Financial capacity
- Preliminary development budget
- Evidence of financing
- Development experience summary
- Project team identification
- Conditions
- Acknowledgement of mandatory transaction terms
- Proposed purchase price
- 15% deposit confirmation
REQUIRED STAFFING
10- Submit to
- [email protected] or 1 Main Street South, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2 (Attention: Heather Pihulak / Deputy CAO/Clerk)
- Scope location
- Kenora, ON
- Projected sq ft
- 71,131 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kenora?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or 1 Main Street South, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2 (Attention: Heather Pihulak / Deputy CAO/Clerk). For questions, contact Heather Pihulak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kenora 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 RFP 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 Heather Pihulak at (555) 123-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: developer, architect, heritage consultant, structural engineer, environmental consultant, planning consultant, contractor/construction manager, property manager/operator, legal counsel, lender or financial advisor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Restoration of the building facade including non-element restoration, Heritage elements per By-law 84-2007, Brick facade enhancements, Windows, Roof elements, And doors; preliminary development budget; proposed purchase price; estimated rehabilitation and construction costs; development schedule; he. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Direct and Indirect Financial Benefits to the City (15%), Construction, structural and technical feasibility (15%), Financial Capacity and Credibility of Financing Plan (15%), Redevelopment Concept an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kenora?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kenora are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kenora regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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, corporate profile, ownership structure, signing authority confirmation, redevelopment concept, heritage strategy, building facade description, development schedule, financial ca. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Kenora for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kenora, ON. The total projected area is 71131 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.