Request for Proposals (RFP)
Economic and Strategic Planning Consultant
Town of Moosonee
Issue Date: November 15th, 2025
Closing Date and Time: December 15th, 4:00pm
Submission To: [email protected]
Contact: Victoria Hutchison
Email: [email protected]
1. Background
The Town of Moosonee is a growing northern Ontario community located on the Moose River, approximately 19 kilometers south of James Bay. With a population of approximately 2,500 residents, Moosonee is recognized as the “Gateway to the Arctic.” The community is accessible primarily by rail and air, contributing to its unique remote and northern character. Moosonee serves as a service hub for surrounding First Nation communities and supports a diverse economy that includes public administration, health care, education, transportation, retail, and tourism.

The Town is currently in a period of significant development and growth, highlighted by the planned construction of a new regional health campus that is expected to drive both economic activity and population growth. Over the next five years, Moosonee anticipates a population increase of approximately 18–25%, creating both opportunities and challenges for sustainable growth, infrastructure planning, and community development.

To support this growth and guide key decisions, the Town is seeking a qualified consultant or consulting firm to lead the development of a comprehensive Economic and Strategic Plan to provide a clear, actionable framework for the next five to ten