City of Kenora Request for Proposals - Purchase and Rehabilitation of the Kenricia Hotel, 2026
City of KenoraCity · Kenora, ON- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Pihulak
- (431) 284-3035
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, located at 155 Main Street South, Kenora, Ontario. The property comprises a five-storey heritage building with approximately 71,131 square feet of space, including a covered garage, basement and main-floor commercial spaces, two restaurant spaces, and upper-floor residential or hotel areas. Proponents must submit innovative, sustainable, and financially viable concepts that respect the heritage character of the building designated under the Ontario Heritage Act by By-law No. 84-2007. Submissions are due no later than 11 am CST on October 15, 2026, and may be delivered in person or submitted via email to Heather Pihulak, Deputy CAO/Clerk. Evaluation criteria include financial benefits, technical feasibility, financial capacity, redevelopment concept, heritage rehabilitation strategy, project team experience, implementation schedule, and parking strategy.
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, located at 155 Main Street South, Kenora, Ontario.
The property comprises a five-storey heritage building with approximately 71,131 square feet of space, including a covered garage, basement and main-floor commercial spaces, two restaurant spaces, and upper-floor residential or hotel areas. Proponents must submit innovative, sustainable, and financially viable concepts that respect the heritage character of the building designated under the Ontario Heritage Act by By-law No. 84-2007. Submissions are due no later than 11 am CST on October 15, 2026, and may be delivered in person or submitted via email to Heather Pihulak, Deputy CAO/Clerk. Evaluation criteria include financial benefits, technical feasibility, financial capacity, redevelopment concept, heritage rehabilitation strategy, project team experience, implementation schedule, and parking strategy.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- 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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. 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 (431) 284-3035. 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: "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. 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.