R26-228 - The Management Contract for the Chatham-Kent John D. Bradley Convention Centre

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Tender summary

A third-party firm is sought to manage the Chatham-Kent Convention Centre under a 5-year Management Agreement, covering all operations including marketing, event management, custodial services, maintenance, catering, and administration. The facility includes an Expo Hall (~25,000 sq ft), a Ballroom (~7,500 sq ft), and seven meeting rooms accommodating 10 to 1,800 guests.

Key requirements

• Qualified and experienced firm in convention centre or similar facility management
• Ability to enter into a five (5)-year Management Agreement
• Capability to provide comprehensive management including marketing, event management, custodial services, facility maintenance, catering services, and administrative functions
• Ability to operate facility as a self-contained and self-operating business unit on behalf of the Municipality

Special conditions

• Facility remains municipally owned; contractor operates it as a self-contained business unit on behalf of the Municipality
• Contractor must be capable of managing events ranging from 10 to 1,800 guests

This tender has closed

The submission window for this food services opportunity closed on May 29, 2026 and it is no longer accepting bids.

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