What rules does the municipality have to follow in selecting a service provider for a project or service?
The municipality’s procurement guidelines and process are guided by policies established by council and procedures developed by administration. The most up to date Council policy on procurement can be found here and the associated administrative procedure is here.
Like all municipalities in Alberta, Jasper is required to meet the terms of the New West Trade Partnership Agreement (NWTPA). These rules also apply to local governments in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
About the New West Trade Partnership Agreement.
The NWPTA requires that municipalities:
- Must conduct open and non-discriminatory procurement where the anticipated costs are at or above a value of $75,000 for services.
- Must post tender notices for all covered procurement through an electronic tendering system. In Alberta this system is Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC).
- Cannot give preferential treatment to local suppliers.
Where could someone find out about and bid on municipal projects or services?
The municipality is required to post all tenders or requests for proposals over a certain size to Alberta Purchasing Connection, also known as APC. APC is a tool created by the Government of Alberta that lets public and private sector users manage, advertise, distribute, and download public purchasing opportunities for goods, services, and construction in Alberta.
About APC
APC does not charge vendors for browsing opportunities or downloading opportunity documents and vendors can set up a list of criteria (e.g., keywords) that is then used to create a list of new opportunities that can be automatically emailed to the vendor.
What current opportunities does the municipality have on APC?
E-Bikes and Charging Stations
The Municipality of Jasper is seeking information from suppliers, vendors, and third-party service providers for a potential public or municipal e-bike fleet and charging station system. The opportunity may include e-bikes, charging infrastructure, software, maintenance, warranty support, seasonal deployment considerations, and potential third-party operated service models.
Direct Link: https://purchasing.alberta.ca/posting/AB-2026-04160
Opening and Closing Dates:
Opening Date: June 2, 2026
Closing Date: June 24, 2026, at 14:00 MD
Rear Lane Underground Rehabilitation (2026)
The Municipality of Jasper is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to complete rear lane underground rehabilitation works as part of Phase 2 servicing work for fire-affected properties. The project generally includes CIPP lining of existing sanitary sewer mains, water service replacement, sanitary service replacement, insertion valve installation, surface removal and restoration, common waste material disposal, fence salvage and replacement where required, and related civil construction activities in accordance with the RFP documents, specifications, and drawings.
Direct Link:
https://purchasing.alberta.ca/posting/AB-2026-04001
Opening and Closing Dates:
Opening Date: May 25, 2026
Closing Date: June 12, 2026, at 2:00:59PM MT
Asphalt Works: Repair, Patching, and Mill and Overlay
The Municipality of Jasper is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide asphalt repair, patching, and mill and overlay services at various locations throughout the community under a multi-year framework agreement (3-year initial term, with up to two 1-year extensions), including annual condition assessments, pothole and patch repair, surface defect repair, milling, tack coat application, manhole and valve box adjustments, milled material removal, and temporary traffic accommodation.
Sidewalk and Paving Stone Works: Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
The Municipality of Jasper is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide concrete sidewalk and paving stone repair and maintenance services at various locations throughout the community under a multi-year framework agreement (1-year initial term, with up to two 1-year extensions at the Municipality's discretion). Services will be delivered under two schedules - Schedule 1 (Concrete Sidewalk Works) and Schedule 2 (Paving Stone Works) - and proponents may bid on one or both.
Direct Link to APC: AB-2026-03817 - Posting - Purchasing Connection
Opening Date: May 15, 2026
Closing Date: June 5, 2026, at 14:00 MDT