REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
THE ALBERNI PACIFIC RAILWAY ACTION GROUP
PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR BUSINESS AND FEASIBILITY PLANNING
The Alberni Pacific Railway Action Group is spearheading an initiative to develop a world-class, inclusive tourism experience that involves and sustains the operation of the historic railway line connecting the Port Alberni Train Station to the McLean Mill National Historic Site.
This project is supported by the Western Vancouver Island Heritage Society, Island Corridor Foundation, Hupacasath First Nation, Tseshaht First Nation, Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce, 4VI (Tourism Vancouver Island), Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Port Alberni Port Authority, the City of Port Alberni and others,
The Alberni Pacific Railway seeks requests for proposals for project management services for planning and development of a comprehensive business case for the railway's restoration and operation, integrating global best practices for tourism experience design and delivery.
Proposals will be considered based upon the following general evaluation criteria: Fee Schedule; Qualifications; Experience, Work Samples, References; Method of Approach, and Timeline and Milestones. Additional information, including a project description, the scope of work, submission requirements, and details on how the proposal evaluation criteria are weighted is included in the Request for Proposals solicitation document.
Copies of the Request for Proposals solicitation document may be obtained from the Western Vancouver Island Industrial Heritage Society below.
NOTE - In regards to Item C. Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive research to assess the current state of the railway infrastructure, including the waterfront route and the McLean Mill extension.
The costs for restoration of the rail line will be provided to the consultant as this work has been previously completed.