Request for Proposals for Community and Social Needs Assessment

The City of Leduc is seeking a qualified consultant under solicitation 2026-RFP-CPS-059 to conduct a Community and Social Needs Assessment. This project is designed to establish a foundation for the Community and Social Development department's strategic planning, specifically focusing on Family and Community Supports Services and Community Development. The primary objective is to identify pressing social issues, service gaps, and emerging challenges through surveys, focus groups, and community conversations. This data will inform a new five-year strategic plan aligned with the Provincial Accountability Framework for FCSS and provincial prevention priorities regarding community wellbeing. The contract is scheduled for a twelve-month performance period from January 2027 to December 31, 2027. Key deliverables include a preliminary needs assessment and service inventory in the first half of the year, a summary report and detailed recommendations for preventative programming in the third quarter, and a final report including a presentation to the City Council in the fourth quarter. The selected consultant will operate as an independent contractor and must maintain general liability insurance and adhere to a strict supplier code of conduct regarding environmental practices and non-discrimination. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 10, 2026, and should include an executive summary, narrative, qualifications, references, methodology, and a fee proposal. While the fee is a factor in the selection process, the City maintains sole and unfettered discretion in awarding points and selecting the successful proponent based on negotiated terms. The consultant is required to warrant that all services meet generally accepted standards of competency and the specific satisfaction of the City, with the City reserving the right to request corrections for defective services at the consultant's expense.