Ministry of Forestry and Parks - Wildfire Investigation Laboratory Services - 27TDRAFD955 (2026)
Ministry of Forestry and ParksProvincial Agency · Edmonton, AB- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Eric Schlegl
- (780) 292-1725
The 30-second brief
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks requires access to laboratory analytical services to support wildfire origin and cause investigations, enforcement activities, litigation support, research initiatives, and specialized technical investigations. The successful contractor will provide analytical services, interpretation, reporting, consultation, and expert support related to physical evidence submitted by wildfire investigators, including fire debris, soil, vegetative material, fuels and lubricants, combustion residues, and equipment components. Analytical services may include ignitable liquid residue analysis, GCMS analysis, advanced chromatographic methods, spectroscopic methods, microscopy, elemental analysis, and comparative examinations. Work will be assigned on an as-needed basis with no guarantee of a minimum volume of work across Alberta.
Ignitable liquid residue analysis, GCMS analysis, Advanced chromatographic methods, Spectroscopic methods, Microscopy, Elemental analysis, Comparative examinations, Analytical services, Interpretation, Reporting, Consultation, And expert support related to physical evidence
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Summary
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks requires access to laboratory analytical services to support wildfire origin and cause investigations, enforcement activities, litigation support, research initiatives, and specialized technical investigations.
The successful contractor will provide analytical services, interpretation, reporting, consultation, and expert support related to physical evidence submitted by wildfire investigators, including fire debris, soil, vegetative material, fuels and lubricants, combustion residues, and equipment components. Analytical services may include ignitable liquid residue analysis, GCMS analysis, advanced chromatographic methods, spectroscopic methods, microscopy, elemental analysis, and comparative examinations. Work will be assigned on an as-needed basis with no guarantee of a minimum volume of work across Alberta.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Ignitable liquid residue analysis
- GCMS analysis
- Advanced chromatographic methods
- Spectroscopic methods
- Microscopy
- Elemental analysis
- Comparative examinations
- Analytical services
- Interpretation
- Reporting
- Consultation
- Expert support related to physical evidence
- Submit to
- J.G. O'Donoghue Building, 7000-113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5T6 | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alberta, Canada
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ministry of Forestry and Parks?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: J.G. O'Donoghue Building, 7000-113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5T6 | [email protected]. For questions, contact Eric Schlegl.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ministry of Forestry and Parks in AB, 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 Eric Schlegl at (780) 292-1725. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Ignitable liquid residue analysis, GCMS analysis, Advanced chromatographic methods, Spectroscopic methods, Microscopy, Elemental analysis, Comparative examinations, Analytical services, Interpretation, Reporting, Consultation, And expert support related to physical evidence. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. Review the full document from Ministry of Forestry and Parks for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alberta, Canada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
