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Epcor - Negotiated Request for Proposal - South Edmonton Area Load Reliability – Distribution and Transmission Study

Epcor

Published: Nov 9, 2026

Updated: Nov 10, 2026

Source: Alberta Purchasing Connection

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the energy and power sector, with a focus on Transmission Distribution. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Alberta Purchasing Connection, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the energy and power sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The intent of this NRFP is to find a Successful Proponent capable of providing the Work described immediately below. A more detailed description of the Work can be found in Appendix 1 (Information). The Alberta Electric System Operator (“AESO”) and EPCOR Distribution and Transmission Inc. (“EDTI”) are assessing solutions to address forecast distribution deficiency in the Chappelle area of South-West Edmonton. Forecast load growth in the area, presently serviced by EDTI’s distribution system downstream of the Summerside and Riverview substations, is forecast to exceed available capacities over the next 5 years. The successful Proponent (the Consultant) will be required to assess, evaluate and compare the viability, constructability, costs, environment and land use effects, and risks associated with each of the alternatives under consideration. The Consultant is required to produce a report detailing their findings for all the Alternatives, including comparative metrics, which will be used as an input to the AESO’s determination of the preferred alternative for the project. The successful Proponent may be granted the first right of refusal to provide additional services related to conceptual routing and siting projects during the term of the Agreement. The Owner may, at its sole discretion, enter negotiations with the successful Proponent to define the scope, schedule and pricing for the required services. The Owner reserves the right to seek the services from other qualified parties at their sole discretion. EPCOR makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this NRFP. The Proponent is responsible for making its own evaluation of information and data contained in this NRFP and in preparing and submitting its Reply. Commodity Categories: Building and Facility Construction and Maintenance Services, Engineering and Research and Technology Based Services, Professional engineering services, Energy or utility consulting service Delivery Region: Alberta

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Alberta Purchasing Connection and was originally published on November 9, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Epcor

Epcor has issued 48 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 6 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Energy & Power, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via Alberta Purchasing Connection and CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: November 9, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Alberta Purchasing Connection to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Epcor in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Energy & Power sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.