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LU26-12 Lakehead Orillia Athletics - EOI

Issued by Lakehead University · via bids&tenders — Canadian municipal & public-sector bid opportunities

Published: 5 Nov 2026
Closes: 30 Nov 2026, 21:00 UTC
Reference: LU26-12
Location: Ontario, Canada
Sector: Sports, Recreation & Events
Type: works

At a glance

Lakehead University in Canada has published a tender in sports, recreation & events: “LU26-12 Lakehead Orillia Athletics - EOI”. Submissions close on 30 November 2026, 20 days from today. Quote reference LU26-12 in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 3 notices from this buyer since 2026, 2 of them currently open. There are 30 open sports, recreation & events notices in Canada on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through bids&tenders — Canadian municipal & public-sector bid opportunities, not through FreeTender.

Key requirements

Taken from the notice by FreeTender. The tender document on the official portal is binding — check it, and any corrigendum, before you bid.

To bid on Canada (municipal / provincial)

Details

Lakehead University is pleased to invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) from visionary private-sector partners, developers, investors, and operators. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate on the planning, design, financing, construction, and operation of a premier Athletics & Recreation Facility located on University-owned lands at 500 University Ave, Orillia. As part of its campus master plan, the university is prepared to make available a parcel of land to support this project. The project arrives at a pivotal moment for the City of Orillia. The Mayor and City Council have formally expressed strong support for the development of an athletic facility at Lakehead University. This project is not merely a campus addition; it is a vital community solution designed to meet the growing demand for health and wellness services in the region. Please forward any documents or questions to: Patrick Larin Manager, Procurement Services

Buyer: Lakehead University

Bid number: LU26-12

Bid classification: Construction

Bid type: Request for Tender

Duration (months): 0

Question deadline: Fri Nov 20, 2026 4:00:00 PM (EST)

Submission type: Online Submissions Only

Public opening: No

Trade agreements: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA); North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

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Context for bidders

We hold 3 notices from Lakehead University, going back to September 2026 — 2 of them still open. They buy mostly in Construction & Infrastructure and Sports, Recreation & Events. There are 30 open Sports, Recreation & Events tenders in Canada. This one closes in 20 days.

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Before you bid on this tender

A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission for this sports, recreation & events opportunity. Always verify the details on the official source.

Confirm the exact closing date and time (and time zone) on the official portal — deadlines are strict and can be revised by a corrigendum.
Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.

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