Town of Wainwright Economic Development Plan RFP - 2025
Town of WainwrightCity · Wainwright, AB- Due
- Dec 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Carley Herbert
- (780) 842-3381
The 30-second brief
The Town of Wainwright is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to lead the development of a forward-looking, actionable 5-10 Year Economic Development Plan. This plan will guide strategic decision-making and investment in Wainwright, addressing commercial vacancies, economic diversification, the attraction of higher-paying jobs for military families and youth, and foundational considerations like housing, childcare, and healthcare. The scope of work includes stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis (including SWOT and commercial gap analysis), and action plan development. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025.
Project Workplan and Schedule, Stakeholder Engagement Summary, SWOT Analysis report, Commercial Gap Analysis with vacancy assessment and targeted business/franchise recommendations, Sector Analysis, Employment and Workforce Analysis, Foundational Supports Assessment, Final 5-10 Year Economic Development Plan, Presentation of findings and recommendations to Town Council
Approach, methodology, and workplan (25 points), Cost breakdown and value (25 points), Relevant experience and qualifications (20 points), Project time scheduling (15 points), References and previous municipal work (10 points), Risk Mitigation (5 points)
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Summary
The Town of Wainwright is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to lead the development of a forward-looking, actionable 5-10 Year Economic Development Plan.
This plan will guide strategic decision-making and investment in Wainwright, addressing commercial vacancies, economic diversification, the attraction of higher-paying jobs for military families and youth, and foundational considerations like housing, childcare, and healthcare. The scope of work includes stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis (including SWOT and commercial gap analysis), and action plan development. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Project Workplan and Schedule
- Stakeholder Engagement Summary
- SWOT Analysis report
- Commercial Gap Analysis with vacancy assessment and targeted business/franchise recommendations
- Sector Analysis
- Employment and Workforce Analysis
- Foundational Supports Assessment
- Final 5-10 Year Economic Development Plan
- Presentation of findings and recommendations to Town Council
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Full legal company name and mailing address, Full name and title of contact person with contact details including phone and email, Payment terms, Company overview and relevant experience, Description of approach and methodology, Proposed timeline and milestones, Cost breakdown and value, Examples of previous similar municipal work, Team experience and qualifications, Three references
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 10 months
- Scope location
- Wainwright, AB
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Wainwright?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Carley Herbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Wainwright 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 Carley Herbert at (780) 842-3381. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Workplan and Schedule, Stakeholder Engagement Summary, SWOT Analysis report, Commercial Gap Analysis with vacancy assessment and targeted business/franchise recommendations, Sector Analysis, Employment and Workforce Analysis, Foundational Supports Assessment, Final 5-10 Year Economic Develop. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Approach, methodology, and workplan (25 points), Cost breakdown and value (25 points), Relevant experience and qualifications (20 points), Project time scheduling (15 points), References and previous..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Wainwright?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Wainwright are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Wainwright regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Full legal company name and mailing address, Full name and title of contact person with contact details including phone and email, Payment terms, Company overview and relevant experience, Description. Review the full document from Town of Wainwright for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wainwright, AB. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.