CanadaBuys #AB-2026-03728

Consulting Services for Review of Alberta Electric System Operator and Utilities Commission

The Government of Alberta's Affordability and Utilities agency is seeking consulting services for a legislated review of two key public agencies in the province: - Government Buyer: - Affordability and Utilities (Government of Alberta) - Agencies to be Reviewed (OEMs/Entities): - Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) - Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) - Services Requested: - Consulting services to conduct a comprehensive review of AESO and AUC - Assess mandate alignment, governance structure, operational performance, and value to Albertans - Evaluate options to maintain, amalgamate, or dissolve the agencies - Identify opportunities to strengthen capacity and performance - Service category: Process and procedures management consultation (part number 80101513) - Notable Requirements: - Review is mandated by section 19 of the Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act (APAGA) - Focus on ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable utility services for Alberta - Contract Details: - Estimated duration: 6 months - Work to be performed in Alberta, with the contracting office in Edmonton

Description

Affordability and Utilities (AU) is conducting a legislated review of the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) and the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) pursuant to section 19 of the Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act (APAGA). The review will evaluate each agency’s mandate alignment, governance structure, operational performance, and overall value to Albertans. The contract duration is approximately 6 months, starting around July 15, 2026. The review aims to assess the appropriateness of current structures and identify opportunities to strengthen capacity and performance to support safe, reliable, and affordable utility services in Alberta.

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