City of Calgary - Negotiated Request for Proposal - 26-1685 for Respectful Workplace Investigations, Workplace Restorations and Dispute Resolution

The City of Calgary is inviting qualified consulting firms to provide professional services for conducting impartial Respectful Workplace investigations, Workplace Restorations, and Appropriate Dispute Resolution services. The scope of work centers on addressing highly sensitive allegations including harassment, bullying, disrespectful behavior, discrimination, microaggressions, and conduct targeting marginalized groups. All services must be delivered using restorative and trauma-informed practices, ensuring that investigative and restorative interventions are grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and a commitment to healing and systemic change. The selected firm will be expected to handle matters with the utmost confidentiality, neutrality, and sensitivity, maintaining the dignity of all parties involved while fostering a safer and more inclusive workplace environment for City employees. Proposals must be submitted via SAP Ariba by the deadline of September 1, 2026, and the procurement is identified under solicitation number AB-2026-05479. The opportunity is hosted on the Alberta Purchasing Connection portal, with Simran Randhawa serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. Interested firms are directed to access the full solicitation details through the provided link, ensuring alignment with the City’s expectations for professionalism, ethical standards, and culturally responsive service delivery. Participation is open to consultants with demonstrated expertise in workplace conflict resolution, restorative justice frameworks, and trauma-informed engagement in public sector settings.