Macroeconomic Projection Services

The Canada Energy Regulator is soliciting Macroeconomic Projection Services under solicitation 84084-26-0009/A to support energy analysis and regulatory decisions. The contract consists of an initial term from the date of award to October 31, 2027, with options to extend for four additional one-year periods. The scope of work includes the provision of current measures and baseline projections, alternate sensitivity cases, and descriptive materials for these projections, with an optional spreadsheet-based tool. Performance is based in Calgary, Alberta, and the contract utilizes firm unit pricing with monthly payments processed within 30 days of receiving an acceptable invoice. The selection process is based on a weighted ratio of 70 percent for technical merit and 30 percent for price, requiring a minimum technical rating of 50 out of 94 points for compliance. Eligibility is limited to Canadian suppliers and those from applicable trading partners. Following several amendments to clarify the basis of payment and forecast requirements, the final response deadline is September 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the Canada Energy Regulator Bid Receiving Unit, divided into technical, financial, and administrative sections. Historical budgets for similar energy futures cycles have typically ranged between 100,000 and 150,000 dollars.