Rural Municipality of Gimli - Construction and Maintenance of Gimli Harbour Ice Fishing Roads, Skating Trail and Open Skate Area - RFT 2026-24
- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 20 days left
- Primary contact
- Brenna Philp
- (204) 641-1171
The 30-second brief
The Rural Municipality of Gimli, Manitoba is accepting tenders for the construction and maintenance of the annual Gimli Harbour ice fishing village roads, day-fishing area, skating trail, open skate area, and a walking path. The project includes ongoing quality ice maintenance for all skating components, weekly ice thickness testing and reporting, and installing or moving items on and off the lake such as decorative lights, trees, benches, nautical structures, and warming huts. Proposals must include the type of equipment to be used, total construction costs, hourly maintenance rates, and single-year or multi-year contract options with annual increases. Sealed submissions marked "RFT 2026-24 – Gimli Harbour Ice Maintenance" are due by December 3, 2026, at 12:00pm CST via email to [email protected] or physical delivery to the municipal office.
Main Ice Road minimum 80 feet wide; Sub Ice Roads minimum 30 feet wide; Day-trip fishing area; Skating Trail minimum 6 feet wide with walking trail; Ice maintenance and thickness records reporting; Installation and removal of lake structures including decorative lights, Trees, Benches, Nautical structures, And warming huts
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Summary
The Rural Municipality of Gimli, Manitoba is accepting tenders for the construction and maintenance of the annual Gimli Harbour ice fishing village roads, day-fishing area, skating trail, open skate area, and a walking path.
The project includes ongoing quality ice maintenance for all skating components, weekly ice thickness testing and reporting, and installing or moving items on and off the lake such as decorative lights, trees, benches, nautical structures, and warming huts. Proposals must include the type of equipment to be used, total construction costs, hourly maintenance rates, and single-year or multi-year contract options with annual increases. Sealed submissions marked "RFT 2026-24 – Gimli Harbour Ice Maintenance" are due by December 3, 2026, at 12:00pm CST via email to [email protected] or physical delivery to the municipal office.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Main Ice Road minimum 80 feet wide
- Sub Ice Roads minimum 30 feet wide
- Day-trip fishing area
- Skating Trail minimum 6 feet wide with walking trail
- Ice maintenance and thickness records reporting
- Installation and removal of lake structures including decorative lights, Trees, Benches, Nautical structures, And warming huts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Insurance certificate
- Submit to
- [email protected]; 62 – 2nd Avenue, PO Box 1246, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0
- Scope location
- Gimli, MB
- Reported agency
- Rural Municipality of Gimli
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from RM of Gimli?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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]; 62 – 2nd Avenue, PO Box 1246, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0. For questions, contact Brenna Philp.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including RM of Gimli in MB, 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 Bid 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 Brenna Philp at (204) 641-1171. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Main Ice Road minimum 80 feet wide; Sub Ice Roads minimum 30 feet wide; Day-trip fishing area; Skating Trail minimum 6 feet wide with walking trail; Ice maintenance and thickness records reporting; Installation and removal of lake structures including decorative lights, Trees, Benches, Nautical stru. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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 Bid?
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: Insurance certificate. Review the full document from RM of Gimli for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
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