The BRIK Request for Proposals (RFP) Process

Release of RFP

On July 21, 2009 Alberta Energy issued an initial Request for Proposal (RFP) soliciting applications in using Bitumen Royalty-in-Kind on the Alberta Purchasing Connection website (reference numbers AB-2009-03118 to AB-2009-03120, closed August 21, 2009).
On October 19, 2009 Alberta Energy issued a Final Amended Request for Proposal (RFP) soliciting applications in using Bitumen Royalty-in-Kind on the Alberta Purchasing Connectionwebsite.
With these Request for Proposals (RFP) the Department intends to retain consultants to assist the Department for the purpose of providing such expert analysis and other services as may be required.

Fairness Monitor

A Fairness Monitor has been established to monitor and report on fairness of the process specified in the RFP. They will provide oversight over all procedures undertaken to evaluate and select wining proposals.
Concerns or comments can be provided directly to the fairness monitor, by email ggc1936@aol.com

Amended RFP timeframe

The amended RFP was issued on October 19, 2009. Industry will have an opportunity to submit a project application until the close of business January 27, 2010. Applications must be received as indicated in the final RFP.

Close of submissions

Project applications will be received no later than the close of business on January 27, 2010 to the designated location as specified in the RFP instructions.

Review of RFP Applicants

A Government of Alberta cross ministry committee will be struck to review all the applicants in accordance with the criteria established within the RFP. Technical consultants may be commissioned to assist in the review committee evaluate specific portions of the applications. The committee will provide recommendations to the Minister of Energy for final approval of successful applicants. A decision is currently expected to be completed on or about May 31, 2010.