Opportunity
Merx #227864
Consulting Services for Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Update – Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako
Posted
April 14, 2026
Respond By
May 28, 2026
Identifier
227864
NAICS
541618, 541690
The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is seeking consulting services to update its Economic Development Strategy and develop a Regional Tourism Strategy for 2026-2030. - Government Buyer: - Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (Canadian regional government entity) - Scope of Work: - Develop a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for 2026-2030 - Engage stakeholders including municipalities, electoral areas, First Nations, businesses, industry groups, and residents - Identify priority economic sectors and address workforce and infrastructure challenges - Create actionable plans for business development, investment attraction, and community vitality - Deliver measurable outcomes and an implementation framework - Develop a Regional Tourism Strategy concurrently to maximize efficiency and cost savings - Unique Requirements: - Proposals are encouraged to cover both the Economic Development Plan Update and the Regional Tourism Strategy - Emphasis on collaboration and measurable, actionable results - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is seeking qualified consulting firms to develop a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for 2026-2030. The strategy aims to provide an actionable roadmap to strengthen the regional economy, enhance competitiveness, and support resilient communities through a collaborative and inclusive process involving various stakeholders. The final document will include measurable outcomes and an implementation framework. Proponents are encouraged to submit proposals for both the Economic Development Plan Update and the Regional Tourism Strategy to maximize efficiency and cost savings.