Professional Consulting Services

The Commission is seeking a consultant to provide expert support in establishing price caps for Performance Term 7, a four-year period spanning April 1, 2028, to March 31, 2032, for BC Ferries. The engagement is divided into two phases: the first phase, running from September 8, 2026, to March 31, 2027, involves a detailed review of BC Ferries’ submission, including its assumptions, forecasts, and financial projections, to inform the development of preliminary price caps. The second phase, from April 1, 2027, to September 30, 2027, focuses on advanced financial modeling and sensitivity analyses to refine and finalize the price caps, ensuring they are robust, fair, and aligned with operational realities and regulatory goals. The consultant will play a critical role in providing independent, data-driven analysis to support the Commission’s decision-making process. The solicitation, identified as BCBCFC20260605, was posted on June 5, 2026, with responses due by July 31, 2026. It is classified under NAICS code 541618 and is issued by the Office of the BC Ferries Commissioner under the Government of Canada. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Candace Koutougos, the Contracting Authority, reachable via email. The contract is open to qualified consultants capable of delivering specialized economic and financial analysis within tight timelines, with work performed remotely or as directed by the Commission, though no specific physical place of performance is defined. The engagement does not involve a set-aside for specific categories of vendors.