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Government Relations and Strategic Support Services

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Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing
Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaPosted: May 12th, 2026Deadline: June 15th, 2026

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SUMMARY


Seeking a firm to deliver government relations, funding strategy, and strategic advisory services for a major infrastructure project in Ontario. The work includes public funding analysis, bilingual representation, and support for complementary private funding opportunities.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


BUDGET

Verified

$450,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION


12 months

TIMELINE


Publication date: May 11th, 2026

Interactive meeting: June 3rd, 2026

Deadline for questions: June 4th, 2026

Deadline for addendum: June 8th, 2026

Submission deadline: June 15th, 2026

Preliminary ranking of bidders: June 23rd, 2026

Contract negotiation period: June 29th, 2026

Signing of the advance agreement: June 30th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE


June 4th, 2026

Issuing Agency


La Cité Collégiale

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DESCRIPTION


The procuring organization is seeking a vendor to provide government relations and strategic support services in connection with the financing of a major infrastructure project. The scope includes strategic analysis of funding opportunities, development of a government relations approach tailored to the project stage, and ongoing strategic monitoring related to infrastructure financing.

The selected vendor will also support the preparation of meetings, presentations, and briefing materials; assist with structuring the project by functional components; and draft, revise, and adapt submission documents. Services also include strategic representation in both French and English, development and implementation of an integrated government financing strategy, and continuous monitoring, reporting, and strategic adjustments.

In addition, the assignment includes identifying and mobilizing potential private partners and supporting the development of complementary funding strategies, such as corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and private or philanthropic contributions, in alignment with the institution's positioning and governance requirements. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2026, and questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due June 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
The published budget is $450,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by La Cité Collégiale. The work is located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Government relations or public affairs consulting firm
  • Experience securing funding for major infrastructure projects
  • Bilingual English and French advisory capability
  • Strong track record with public sector and institutional clients
  • Expertise in government grant, financing, and stakeholder strategies
  • Ability to support private partnership, sponsorship, and philanthropic funding initiatives

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