City of Calgary - Request for Proposal - RFP 26-1555 Hawkcliff Wetland Feasibility Assessment

The City is seeking proposals from qualified multidisciplinary teams to support a feasibility assessment and potential subsequent planning, design, and construction support for an urban wetland restoration project at Hawkcliff Park in the Hawkwood community of northwest Calgary. The project will evaluate the feasibility of restoring a former wetland to a similar historical classification and size, while also exploring opportunities to expand wetland area, enhance ecological function, and integrate the restored system within an active urban park. The work will consider hydrology and stormwater integration, regulatory requirements, constructability, integration with surrounding infrastructure and public spaces, public access, and long term performance, maintenance, and stewardship within an urban context. The project is anticipated to be delivered in four phases: • Phase 1 – Feasibility Analysis; • Phase 2 – Preliminary Design; • Phase 3 – Detailed Design; and • Phase 4 – Construction Administration, Support, and Monitoring. The scope of work for Phase 1 includes a comprehensive feasibility analysis encompassing site investigations, field data collection, water balance and hydrologic modelling, evaluation of opportunities and constraints, development of conceptual restoration alternatives, preliminary cost estimates, and identification of risks and mitigation strategies. The feasibility assessment will provide the information required for The City to make an informed go/no go decision regarding advancement to subsequent phases. The initial award under this RFP is for Phase 1 only. Award of subsequent phases will be subject to the results of the feasibility study, City approval, confirmed funding, and satisfactory consultant performance.