CanadaBuys #1847

IESO Solicits Stakeholder and Community Engagement Services Provider

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) in Ontario, Canada, is seeking a provider for stakeholder and community engagement services to support its ongoing system transformation. - Government Buyer: - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Ontario, Canada - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Stakeholder relations and community engagement services - Strategic advisory and independent insight to support IESO's engagement objectives - Implementation support for the External Relations Engagement Framework and Indigenous Engagement Framework - Focus on strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities, municipalities, sector participants, governments, customers, industry associations, and local communities - Unique or Notable Requirements: - US businesses are not eligible unless their Canadian subsidiaries have at least 250 full-time employees in Canada - Procurement is open and competitive, governed by Canadian trade agreements (CFTA, CETA) - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs are referenced - Period of Performance: - 12-month contract duration

Description

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is seeking a service provider to enhance stakeholder and community engagement during a period of growth and system transformation. The provider will offer independent insight, expertise, strategic advisory services, and additional capacity to support IESO's engagement objectives. The work includes supporting the implementation of the External Relations Engagement Framework and Indigenous Engagement Framework by strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities, municipalities, sector participants, governments, customers, industry associations, local communities, and other stakeholders. The contract duration is 12 months and the procurement method is competitive open bidding.

View original listing