Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #RFP 26-1716
Technical Support for EPEA Approval Renewal and Bow River Water Quality Model Enhancement
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
October 01, 2026
Identifier
RFP 26-1716
NAICS
541620
The City of Calgary is seeking consulting services to support the renewal of its Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) Approval and to enhance its Bow River Water Quality Model platform. - Government Buyer: - City of Calgary (Water Management) - Scope of Work: - Technical, scientific, and regulatory consulting for EPEA Approval renewal - Independent technical review of water assessments - Regulatory advisory services - Validation of loading objectives and effluent limit recommendations - Evaluation and advancement of the BRWQM+ (EFDC+) model as a potential replacement for the current BRWQM (WASP-MG) model - Notable Requirements: - Only pre-qualified firms with Water Management status may bid - Submissions must be made via SAP Business Network - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting and environmental services (no specific products or part numbers) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named - Estimated Contract Value: - $750,000
Description
The City of Calgary is seeking a qualified consulting firm to provide technical, scientific, and regulatory support for the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) Approval renewal and to advance its Bow River Water Quality Model platform. The project includes two phases: an independent technical review and regulatory advisory services to support Approval renewal, and evaluating and advancing a new water quality model as a potential long-term replacement. The project is estimated at $750,000 and will be delivered from November 30, 2026, to December 31, 2029. The solicitation is open to pre-qualified firms with status in Water Management.