Alberta Electric System Operator - Request for Proposal - Fairness Advisory Services - FFR+ Procurement

Solicitation number AB-2026-02176

Publication date

Closing date and time 2026/04/16 19:59 EDT


    Description
    The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is seeking proposals from qualified proponents to provide independent Fairness Advisory Services in connection with the AESO’s Fast Frequency Response Plus (FFR+) Procurement. The selected Fairness Advisor will act as an independent observer and advisor to ensure that the development, implementation, and execution of the procurement process is conducted in a fair, transparent, and impartial manner. The services are expected to include, but are not limited to: - Providing independent oversight of procurement documentation and evaluation processes - Advising the AESO on fairness considerations throughout the procurement lifecycle - Monitoring interactions with proponents and stakeholders - Providing fairness attestations and reports as required The AESO anticipates entering into an agreement for a term of up to 24 months, unless otherwise extended. Additional details regarding the scope of services, proposal requirements, and evaluation criteria are provided in the Request for Proposals (RFP) document.

    Contract duration

    The estimated contract period will be 24 month(s), with a proposed start date of 2026/05/15.

    Trade agreements

    • Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
    Contact information

    Contracting organization

    Organization
    Alberta Electric System Operator
    Address
    3000, 240 - 4 Avenue S.W.
    Calgary, CA-AB, T2P 4H4
    CA
    Contracting authority
    Dan McKeown
    Email
    FFRServices@aeso.ca
    Address
    3000, 240 - 4 Avenue S.W.
    Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4H4
    Canada
    Bidding details

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    Summary information

    Notice type
    Request for Proposal
    Language(s)
    English
    Region(s) of delivery
    Alberta
    Region of opportunity
    Alberta
    Contract duration
    24 month(s)
    Procurement method
    Competitive – Open Bidding