Request for Proposals (RFP)

Architectural Design & Feasibility Services

Growing Home – Roots of Growth Indigenous Supportive Housing Development

Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre | Brantford, Ontario

Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre invites qualified architectural firms and multidisciplinary consulting teams to submit proposals for architectural design and feasibility services for the proposed development of Indigenous supportive/transitional housing at 274 Colborne Street, Brantford, Ontario.

Project Overview

The proposed project involves the conversion of the second floor of Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre’s existing building into up to ten (10) self-contained studio/bachelor supportive/transitional housing units.

The project aims to increase access to safe, affordable and culturally appropriate housing for Indigenous individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

The initial phase will focus on assessing the feasibility of the proposed development, including:

• Architectural and structural assessments of the existing building.

• Preliminary design concepts and potential unit configurations.

• Municipal zoning, building-code and permitting requirements.

• Accessibility, fire and life-safety considerations.

• Mechanical, electrical and plumbing requirements.

• Preliminary construction cost estimates and development recommendations.

The final number and configuration of housing units will be determined through the feasibility and architectural design process.

RFP Information

RFP Issue Date: October 29, 2026

Optional Site Visit: November 4, 2026, by arrangement

Deadline for Questions: November 12, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Download the RFP

Architectural Design & Feasibility Services – Request for Proposals (PDF)

Interested proponents are encouraged to review the complete RFP document for detailed scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria and terms and conditions.

Proposal Submissions and Inquiries

All inquiries and completed proposals must be submitted electronically to:

ATTN: Executive Director
Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre
Email: ed@briscfc.org

Please use the subject line: RFP Submission – Growing Home Housing Design & Feasibility

Indigenous Participation

Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre welcomes proposals from Indigenous-owned architectural firms and multidisciplinary consulting teams, including partnerships that incorporate Indigenous-owned engineering and technical consulting expertise.

Important Notice

Gihę́kdagye Friendship Centre reserves the right to amend, extend or cancel the RFP process in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined in the RFP document. Any amendments or clarifications will be posted on this webpage.