Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg-Led Impact Assessment Regarding Ontario Power Generation's Proposed New Nuclear At Wesleyville Project

Request for Proposals 2026-01 is issued by the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg Nations of the Williams Treaties First Nations, comprising the Alderville, Curve Lake, Hiawatha, and Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nations. The procurement seeks professional expertise to support a led Impact Assessment regarding Ontario Power Generation's proposed New Nuclear at Wesleyville Project. The scope of work is divided into three distinct components: a Rights Impact Assessment to document effects on Indigenous rights and relationships, a Community Wellbeing Study to assess project impacts from the perspective of each Nation, and an Alternative Means Assessment to evaluate project delivery methods that avoid or reduce adverse impacts. Proponents may bid on one or more components, and member citizen-owned businesses from the constituent Nations are encouraged to participate or partner with prime proponents. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026, with proposals managed through the Bids and Tenders portal. Evaluation is based on a multi-stage process where the lowest price is not necessarily the deciding factor. Proponents are scored on a corporate overview and specific service components, including methods development, research and evidence development, and reporting. All work must adhere to OCAP Principles and the knowledge governance protocols of each Nation. The resulting contract will require the supplier to provide monthly invoices in arrears to each First Nation for an equal portion of the services, with payment terms of net thirty days. The agreement includes a potential twelve-month extension option and requires the supplier to maintain professional insurance and good standing under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act of Ontario.