Supply Chain Demand Forecasting & Gap Analysis

The contract seeks to analyze projected demand from major resource projects in British Columbia, Canada, by leveraging data modeling and procurement cycle analysis to assess the alignment between anticipated needs and the current capacity of local and Indigenous suppliers. The goal is to identify specific gaps in supply chain capability, including workforce, production, logistics, and operational readiness, that may hinder equitable participation of Indigenous and local businesses in resource development. This work will inform targeted interventions to strengthen regional economic resilience and support inclusive growth through better alignment of supplier capacity with large-scale project requirements. The opportunity is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541611, which pertains to management consulting services, and is administered by the Department of Western Economic Diversification, part of the Government of Canada. The contract is open for responses until September 18, 2026, with performance expected to focus within British Columbia where key resource projects are planned or underway. The effort will rely on robust data-driven methodologies to evaluate existing supplier capabilities and develop actionable insights for policy, procurement planning, and capacity-building initiatives aimed at enhancing Indigenous and local economic engagement in the resource sector.