Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #CMH26-66
Market Research Services for Talent Attraction and Economic Development – City of Medicine Hat
Posted
April 07, 2026
Respond By
April 23, 2026
Identifier
CMH26-66
NAICS
541910
This opportunity involves the City of Medicine Hat seeking a market research partner to support its economic development and talent attraction initiatives. - Government Buyer: - City of Medicine Hat (municipal government, Alberta, Canada) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive market research project - Mixed method study (qualitative and quantitative) - Focus on motivations for relocating to Medicine Hat - Strategies to attract talent in key sectors: Aerospace & Defence, Healthcare, Engineering, Skilled Trades - Supports economic development, tourism/place branding, and talent attraction - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on Medicine Hat’s competitive advantages (affordability, lifestyle) - Addresses talent gaps in targeted sectors - Electronic bid submissions only via the city's bidding system (no hard copies) - Classified under management, business, and market research services, including location surveys
Description
The City of Medicine Hat is seeking a qualified market research partner to conduct a mixed method study to understand motivations for relocating to Medicine Hat and how to better attract talent in key sectors such as Aerospace & Defence, Healthcare, Engineering, and Skilled Trades. The study will support economic development, tourism/place branding, and talent attraction strategies focusing on the city's competitive advantages like affordability and lifestyle. Electronic bid submissions are required through the city's bidding system, with no hard copy submissions allowed.