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Market Study on ESCOs for Industrial Energy Efficiency in Canada

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), through its Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE), Industrial Division, is seeking a contractor to conduct a comprehensive market study on Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) and their role in advancing industrial energy efficiency in Canada. - Government Buyer: - Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE), Industrial Division - Contracting managed by Finance and Procurement Management Branch, Hamilton, ON - Scope of Work: - Conduct a nationwide and sector-specific market study on ESCOs in the Canadian industrial sector - Analyze key drivers, barriers, and enablers for ESCO participation in industrial energy efficiency projects - Benchmark international best practices and estimate the potential for ESCO-driven efficiency improvements - Provide actionable policy recommendations and identify tools for the Government of Canada to support ESCO market growth - Sectors covered include smelting and refining, iron and steel, cement, chemicals, mining, oil and gas, petroleum refining, pulp and paper, and general manufacturing - Deliverables: - Detailed reports and presentations, including ecosystem evaluation, barriers analysis, international comparisons, and policy recommendations - Notable Requirements: - Open to Canadian suppliers and eligible international trading partners - No security clearance required - Milestone-based payments tied to deliverables - Locations: - Contracting office: 183 Longwood Road South, Hamilton, ON - Place of performance and delivery: 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services/market study procurement, not a product acquisition.

Description

This solicitation seeks offers to conduct a market study on Energy Service Companies (ESCO) focusing on industrial energy efficiency in Canada. The study aims to investigate key drivers and barriers affecting ESCOs' involvement in implementing efficiency measures across various industrial sectors, including smelting and refining, iron and steel, cement, chemicals, mining, oil and gas, petroleum refining, pulp and paper, and general manufacturing. The analysis will provide a comprehensive understanding of ESCO operations, barriers, opportunities, and tools available to the Government of Canada to support positive outcomes. The contract duration is estimated at 8 months, starting approximately July 31, 2026.

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