Municipality of Red Lake Cochenour Arena Renovation Design Services RFP 12-2026
Municipality of Red LakeCity · Red Lake, ON- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shawna Gauthier
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Municipality of Red Lake is seeking qualified consultants for the planning, design, cost estimation, and tender development for the Cochenour Arena Renovation Project. The project aims to advance from concept to a tender-ready construction package, aligned with codes, accessibility requirements, and funding timelines.
Site assessment summary, Design basis/project understanding document, Concept design drawings, Description of proposed design approach and rationale, Detailed design package, Class C cost estimate, Detailed project work plan, Project schedule, Complete tender-ready documentation
Organization Experience, Team Qualifications, Capacity and Resources, Work Schedule, Pricing & Value
SUMMARY
The Municipality of Red Lake is seeking qualified consultants for the planning, design, cost estimation, and tender development for the Cochenour Arena Renovation Project.
The project aims to advance from concept to a tender-ready construction package, aligned with codes, accessibility requirements, and funding timelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Organization Experience
- Team Qualifications
- Capacity and Resources
- Work Schedule
- Pricing & Value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Site assessment summary
- Design basis/project understanding document
- Concept design drawings
- Description of proposed design approach and rationale
- Detailed design package
- Class C cost estimate
- Detailed project work plan
- Project schedule
- Complete tender-ready documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Submission Form (Appendix B)
- Statement of Understanding (Appendix C)
- Conflict of Interest (Appendix E)
- Subcontractor Disclosure Form (Appendix F)
- Submit to
- www.redlake.ca/document-submission-portal/
- Scope location
- Red Lake, ON
- Reported agency
- The Corporation of the Municipality of Red Lake
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Municipality of Red Lake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 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: www.redlake.ca/document-submission-portal/. For questions, contact Shawna Gauthier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Municipality of Red Lake 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 Shawna Gauthier. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Site assessment summary, Design basis/project understanding document, Concept design drawings, Description of proposed design approach and rationale, Detailed design package, Class C cost estimate, Detailed project work plan, Project schedule, Complete tender-ready documentation. 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: "Organization Experience, Team Qualifications, Capacity and Resources, Work Schedule, Pricing & Value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Municipality of Red Lake?
All active and historical solicitations from Municipality of Red Lake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Municipality of Red Lake 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: Submission Form (Appendix B), Statement of Understanding (Appendix C), Conflict of Interest (Appendix E), Subcontractor Disclosure Form (Appendix F). Review the full document from Municipality of Red Lake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Red Lake, ON. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.