Lambton College shortlists three for Sarnia campus residence project
Lambton College has shortlisted three developers to submit project proposals for a new student residence at its Sarnia Campus.
The college announced the news earlier this month. The decision is the latest step in its plan to get the residence facility built, and follows the release of a request for qualifications in March.
Lambton has selected Campus Assets Inc., Southside Construction Management Limited and Tilbury Capital Corporation to submit detailed proposals for the planned residence project.
The college says it has been working closely with Ernst & Young LLP (EY Canada) to ensure a successful development process. EY Canada was instrumental in informing the RFQ and RFP, and will help in the selection of a developer to design, build, finance, operate, and maintain the new residence.
“Lambton College is excited about the progress being made in the development of our new student residence and we look forward to selecting a developer who shares our vision for an inclusive and thriving community,” said President and CEO Rob Kardas. “Our goal is to construct a residence that will provide students with a modern and supportive living environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.”
All proposals are expected to outline key objectives for the new facility, which include enriching the student life experience, generating opportunities for innovation and engagement, and creating inspired environments that are open and accessible to all.
In addition to preliminary construction plans, the college is requesting that proposals outline maintenance, environmental, social, and governance policies. This includes proposed service level standards for routine maintenance services and an environmental plan to limit the project's impact.
In keeping with Lambton’s vision to provide students with the best campus living concept possible, developers are also required to show how their proposals will ensure a welcoming and enjoyable environment for students, provide purposeful programming for personal and professional growth, and support underrepresented student populations, Indigenous students, and international students.