Yellowhead County - Request for Proposal - Purchase and Development of Node 9 Lands / Yellowhead County, Alberta

Yellowhead County is seeking qualified real estate investment trusts and developers to acquire and develop approximately 500 acres of municipally owned land known as Node 9, located in the Jasper-Hinton corridor just outside the eastern entrance of Jasper National Park in west-central Alberta. The County, which acquired the property from the Government of Alberta, aims to partner with private-sector entities to create a destination-scale development that enhances regional tourism, stimulates economic diversification, and aligns with the character and appeal of the nearby national park. Proposals must outline a comprehensive vision for the site that includes infrastructure, amenities, and programming capable of attracting visitors and supporting long-term sustainable growth. The solicitation, identified as AB-2026-05397, was posted on July 31, 2026, with proposals due by December 31, 2026. Interested parties are expected to demonstrate experience in large-scale land development, strong financial capacity, and a clear understanding of environmental, cultural, and community considerations in a sensitive ecological and tourism zone. The General Manager of Infrastructure and Planning Services, Abid Malik, serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries, and all submissions must be made through the Alberta government’s procurement portal. The County is not restricting participation to any specific entity type, but bidders must be prepared to negotiate terms that ensure public benefit, responsible stewardship of the land, and alignment with regional economic and tourism strategies.