When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 25, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $50,000.

It was issued by Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership. The work is located in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Economic development or strategic consulting firm with defence sector expertise. Experience delivering foreign direct investment attraction strategies. Strong background in industrial market analysis and sector assessments. Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, supply chains, and logistics infrastructure. Ability to assess workforce, research, and innovation ecosystems. Experience working with municipalities, regional development agencies, or public-sector clients in Ontario or Canada. Capacity to produce implementation roadmaps, action plans, and performance measures.

Defence Sector Strategic Assessment and Foreign Direct Investment Strategy Consulting Services (Closed)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Sarnia, Ontario, CanadaPosted: July 7th, 2026Deadline: July 25th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a consultant to assess Sarnia-Lambton’s defence sector potential and create an evidence-based foreign direct investment strategy. The project includes market analysis, asset and capability assessment, and a three-year implementation roadmap.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability, experience, capital, and resources to execute and complete the contract
Must provide resume and qualifications of all personnel working on the project
Must disclose any sub-contractors employed in the performance of the contract
Must provide a certificate of insurance with at least $2,000,000 in comprehensive liability coverage
Must comply with Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Act requirements
Must provide a WSIB clearance certificate
Must be a registered plan taker to download the document

BUDGET

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$50,000

CONTRACT DURATION

4 months

TIMELINE

Issuance of RFP: July 3rd, 2026

Deadline for Posing Questions: July 9th, 2026

Final Response to Questions Posed: July 10th, 2026

Deadline to Submit a Response: July 24th, 2026

Evaluation Commences: July 24th, 2026

Proponent Interview: July 30th, 2026

Award of Contract: July 31st, 2026

Signing of Agreement: August 3rd, 2026

Project Commences: August 10th, 2026

Project Completion Date: November 30th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 9th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership

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DESCRIPTION

The procuring organization is seeking consulting services to complete a strategic assessment of the defence sector and develop a foreign direct investment strategy for the Sarnia-Lambton area in Ontario. The work includes evaluating existing industrial capabilities, advanced manufacturing, fabrication and machining capacity, chemical and materials expertise, and transportation and logistics infrastructure such as marine, rail, highway, and airport assets. The assessment is also expected to examine industrial lands and development opportunities, workforce characteristics and labour availability, postsecondary institutions, research capacity, innovation assets, and existing businesses with potential defence supply chain capabilities.

The engagement also requires analysis of global and Canadian demand for priority defence-related industries, along with identification of gaps and barriers affecting investment attraction. Based on this research, the selected consultant is expected to develop a practical, evidence-based strategy that includes a vision and strategic objectives, priority defence sub-sectors, target geographic markets, strategic positioning for Sarnia-Lambton, recommended domestic and foreign investment attraction initiatives, partnership opportunities, a three-year implementation roadmap, and a prioritized action plan with timelines, responsibilities, and recommended performance measures.

Questions related to the opportunity must be submitted by July 9, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 25, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $50,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership. The work is located in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Economic development or strategic consulting firm with defence sector expertise
Experience delivering foreign direct investment attraction strategies
Strong background in industrial market analysis and sector assessments
Knowledge of advanced manufacturing, supply chains, and logistics infrastructure
Ability to assess workforce, research, and innovation ecosystems
Experience working with municipalities, regional development agencies, or public-sector clients in Ontario or Canada
Capacity to produce implementation roadmaps, action plans, and performance measures

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