RFP-2026-16 Labour Market Research Plan

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality is seeking qualified proponents to develop a Labour Market Research Plan under RFP-2026-16, aligned with the Rural and Remote Employment Initiatives Fund – Labour Market Research Plans program. The solicitation, issued under BC230288, is open for proposals from firms with expertise in labour market analysis and rural employment development, with responses due by June 18, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 541910, indicating professional, scientific, and technical services related to statistical and research activities, and the contracting authority is the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality, operating under the broader framework of the Government of Canada. Proposers must demonstrate capability to deliver actionable insights tailored to the unique labour market conditions of the Northern Rockies region, supporting workforce development and economic resilience in rural and remote communities. The point of contact for this opportunity is J. Glaves, Contracting Authority, reachable via email at jglaves@northernrockies.ca, and all submissions must be made through the official Canada Buys platform prior to the deadline. While the place of performance and agency office address details are unspecified, the work is expected to focus on data collection, analysis, and reporting specific to the Northern Rockies region. The initiative aims to inform policy, guide employment programs, and strengthen local economic planning through evidence-based research, emphasizing outcomes that address skills gaps, job creation, and workforce participation in underserved areas. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full project details on the Canada Buys portal to ensure full compliance with submission requirements.