Executive Search Firm Services

The Calgary, Alberta government authority is seeking an executive search firm to recruit volunteer board members for its boards of directors. The agency needs to solve the challenge of identifying and vetting qualified, diverse leadership candidates on an ongoing basis. To address this, the selected firm must develop targeted recruitment strategies, draft and post advertisements, and actively search for applicants year-round. The scope of work requires the firm to maintain databases focused on equity-deserving groups and provide ongoing written reports to the selection committee. The firm will coordinate and host interviews with shortlisted candidates at an offsite location, vet applicants, and compile final lists of qualified candidates. Additionally, the service provider must conduct all reference checks, background screenings, and personality testing. The agency is limiting eligibility to onshore organizations based in Canada. The contract term will span a period of four years, and all performance of the work will occur offsite. Bidders must submit any questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 19, 2026. The agency is requesting proposals to determine the budget for this initiative. Bidders may submit their responses digitally via email or through an online portal. The evaluation will favor firms that demonstrate past experience with similar executive search projects and possess established databases targeting equity-deserving groups.