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?
Recovery Marketing Services – Jasper Commerce Continuity Initiative (CCI)
The Municipality of Jasper is seeking proposals from qualified marketing firms to deliver targeted, on-the-ground marketing initiatives that support local businesses impacted by the 2024 wildfire. The work focuses on driving customer activity, increasing visibility, and encouraging spending at businesses operating within the Pop-Up Village, Interim Industrial Park, and surrounding commercial areas. The successful proponent will be responsible for both strategy development and implementation, with an emphasis on practical, conversion-focused tactics aimed at visitors already in Jasper, those with near-term travel plans, and local/regional audiences.
Direct Link:
https://purchasing.alberta.ca/posting/AB-2026-03079
Opening and Closing Dates:
Opening Date: April 17, 2026
Closing Date: May 1, 2026 at 14:00 MT
Business Continuity Plan
This project involves procuring professional consulting services to develop a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for the Municipality of Jasper. The purpose of the project is to ensure the Municipality can maintain or restore critical municipal services within acceptable timeframes during and after operational disruptions.
Direct Link on APC:
AB-2026-02965 - Posting - Purchasing Connection
Opening and Closing Dates:
Opening Date: April 14, 2026
Closing Date: May 1, 2026, at 4:00PM MT