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Mediation and Financial Consulting Services for Farm Debt Mediation in Alberta

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is seeking qualified contractors to provide mediation and financial consulting services for the Farm Debt Mediation Service (FDMS) in Alberta. - Government Buyer: - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) - Contracting office: 1305 Baseline Road, Ottawa, ON K1A 0C5 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a professional services procurement for accredited mediators and financial consultants. - Products/Services Requested: - Mediation and financial consulting services for insolvent farmers in Alberta under the FDMS - Up to four contracts for professional mediators and financial consultants - Services include: financial assessment, mediation facilitation, preparation of agreements, documentation, and reporting - Each mediation case typically requires about two days of work - Use of AAFC-provided laptops and software is required - No hardware or commercial products are being procured - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Mediators must have recognized accreditation and at least two years of relevant experience - Contractors must have an office within 125 km of Alberta - Strict confidentiality, neutrality, and handling of protected information - Security clearances are mandatory for all personnel - Compliance with potential future greenhouse gas emissions disclosure and reduction targets - Payment is based on firm all-inclusive per diem rates plus authorized travel expenses - Task Authorizations have a limit of $25,000 each; overall contract limitation of $200,000 plus HST - Evaluation is based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price - UNSPSC Code: 80122001 (Independent dispute mediation or arbitration service)

Description

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is seeking qualified contractors to provide financial counselling and mediation services in Alberta under the Farm Debt Mediation Service (FDMS). The contract aims to establish up to four task authorization contracts over approximately 57 months starting July 1, 2026. Services include mediating disputes between farmers and creditors, guiding the mediation process, and maintaining confidentiality. The procurement is conducted via competitive open bidding with evaluation based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.

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