Needs Assessments – Potlotek First Nation Band Office and Fire Station

Potlotek First Nation, in collaboration with the Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq (UNSM), is seeking proposals from qualified professional consultants to conduct Needs Assessments for two community buildings: the Potlotek First Nation Band Office and Fire Station, located in St. Peters, Nova Scotia. The scope of work includes multidisciplinary building condition assessments, operational reviews, space and functional needs assessments, stakeholder consultations, options analysis with Class D opinions of probable costs and lifecycle considerations, an options evaluation matrix, and detailed reports with recommendations. The successful consultant will be required to prepare separate assessment reports for each building. Draft reports must be submitted by January 31, 2027, and final reports, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer, must be submitted by February 28, 2027. Proponents are requested to review the complete Request for Proposals document for the detailed scope of work, required qualifications, proposal submission requirements, evaluation criteria, insurance requirements, and terms of payment. Closing Date: November 12, 2026 Closing Time: 4:00 p.m. Atlantic Time Technical questions and requests for clarification must be directed to the Project Administrator identified in the RFP. Any formal changes or clarifications affecting the procurement will be issued through written addenda.