Municipality of Red Lake RFP 14-2026 Replacement of Miss McKenzie II Ferry
Municipality of Red LakeCity · Red Lake, ON- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michelle Laing
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Municipality of Red Lake is soliciting proposals for the design, construction, and delivery of a new ferry vessel to operate between Cochenour and McKenzie Island. Proposals are due by August 27, 2026, with delivery required by May 15, 2027.
Design, Build, And delivery of ferry vessel, Training and orientation, Maintenance plan
Compliance with Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Parts Availability and Local Service Support (30%), Operational Performance / Turnaround Time (30%), Overall Vessel Condition and Lifecycle Considerations (25%), Purchase Price (15%)
SUMMARY
The Municipality of Red Lake is soliciting proposals for the design, construction, and delivery of a new ferry vessel to operate between Cochenour and McKenzie Island. Proposals are due by August 27, 2026, with delivery required by May 15, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Design
- Build
- Delivery of ferry vessel
- Training and orientation
- Maintenance plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Submission Form (Appendix B)
- Statement of Understanding (Appendix C)
- Conflict of Interest
- Vessel Proposal Form(s) (Appendix D)
- Submit to
- www.redlake.ca/document-submission-portal/
- Scope location
- Red Lake, ON
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 August 27, 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 Michelle Laing.
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 Michelle Laing. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design, Build, And delivery of ferry vessel, Training and orientation, Maintenance plan. 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: "Compliance with Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail), Parts Availability and Local Service Support (30%), Operational Performance / Turnaround Time (30%), Overall Vessel Condition and Lifecycle Consider..." 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, Vessel Proposal Form(s) (Appendix D). 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.