City of Dryden - Independent Regional Impact Assessment - RFP No. R-2026-6 (2026)
City of DrydenCity · Dryden, ON- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Roger Nesbitt
- (807) 223-2235
The 30-second brief
The City of Dryden invites proposals from qualified multidisciplinary consulting teams to conduct an independent, comprehensive assessment of the social, health, economic, and municipal fiscal, infrastructure, and service-delivery impacts resulting from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization's (NWMO) proposed Deep Geological Repository (DGR) for Canada's Used Nuclear Fuel. The study must be methodologically consistent with the Integrated Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines issued by the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC). Scope includes baseline establishment of Dryden's regional hub function, unincorporated fringe population profiling, population/workforce/housing scenarios, health impact assessment, economic impacts, municipal fiscal modelling, cumulative effects, transportation program review, mitigation and negotiation frameworks, and impact assessment process support. Submission deadline is September 23, 2026.
Understanding of the assignment and Dryden's regional-hub context 15 points, Methodology and work plan (incl. regional hub/fiscal tasks, engagement, GBA Plus) 30 points, Team qualifications and directly relevant experience 25 points, Schedule realism and alignment with IA process milestones 15 points, Price 15 points
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Summary
The City of Dryden invites proposals from qualified multidisciplinary consulting teams to conduct an independent, comprehensive assessment of the social, health, economic, and municipal fiscal, infrastructure, and service-delivery impacts resulting from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization's (NWMO) proposed Deep Geological Repository (DGR) for Canada's Used Nuclear Fuel.
The study must be methodologically consistent with the Integrated Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines issued by the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC). Scope includes baseline establishment of Dryden's regional hub function, unincorporated fringe population profiling, population/workforce/housing scenarios, health impact assessment, economic impacts, municipal fiscal modelling, cumulative effects, transportation program review, mitigation and negotiation frameworks, and impact assessment process support. Submission deadline is September 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding of the assignment and Dryden's regional-hub context 15 points, Methodology and work plan (incl. regional hub/fiscal tasks, engagement, GBA Plus) 30 points, Team qualifications and directly relevant experience 25 points, Schedule realism and alignment with IA process milestones 15 points, Price 15 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Conflict of interest declaration
- Accessibility (AODA) compliance
- Health and safety policy
- Insurance confirmation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Dryden, Ontario
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Dryden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Roger Nesbitt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Dryden in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Roger Nesbitt at (807) 223-2235. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Understanding of the assignment and Dryden's regional-hub context 15 points, Methodology and work plan (incl. regional hub/fiscal tasks, engagement, GBA Plus) 30 points, Team qualifications and direct..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Dryden?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Dryden are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Dryden regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: conflict of interest declaration; accessibility (AODA) compliance; health and safety policy; insurance confirmation. Review the full document from City of Dryden for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dryden, Ontario. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
