Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #AB-2026-03504
Facilitation Services for Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board
Posted
May 04, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-03504
NAICS
541618
This opportunity seeks a qualified facilitator to support the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board in Alberta: - Government Buyer: - Province of Alberta, Environment and Protected Areas office - Services Requested: - Facilitation of meetings for the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board and its Indigenous Knowledge Committee - Responsibilities include organizing meetings, guiding discussions, conflict resolution, and maintaining focus - Stakeholders: - Seven Indigenous communities and organizations - Industry stakeholders, environmental NGOs, provincial and federal agencies - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Expertise in facilitation and conflict resolution - Experience engaging with Indigenous and environmental stakeholders - Integration of Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science - No OEMs or vendors are specified, and no products are being procured - Period of performance is from June 2026 to March 2027
Description
The Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board, established in 2019, advises the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas on the sustainability of the Ronald Lake Bison Herd, incorporating Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science. This RFP seeks a facilitator to organize meetings, guide discussions, resolve conflicts, and maintain focus on common goals for the Board and its Indigenous Knowledge Committee. Stakeholders include seven Indigenous communities and organizations, industry stakeholders, environmental NGOs, and provincial and federal agencies. The contract period is from June 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.