TSPS Stream 1.1 Human Resources Consultant – Lead Negotiator

Opportunity Summary

Title: TSPS Stream 1.1 Human Resources Consultant – Lead Negotiator
Organization: Canada Energy Regulator (CER)
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Contact: Erin Ort ([email protected])

What is being procured: The Canada Energy Regulator seeks a Lead Negotiator for collective bargaining with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC). The contractor will provide consultancy services and act as the chief employer negotiator.

Project Scope and Objectives:

• Provide expert advice on all aspects of collective bargaining, including negotiation strategy, mandate development, dispute resolution, and representation during the bargaining process.
• Support the CER management and Bargaining Team, especially given the limited experience of some team members in collective bargaining.
• Ensure alignment with the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) direction while addressing CER-specific operational needs.

Important Dates:

• Posted: February 12, 2026
• Due: February 27, 2026, at 16:00
• Performance Period: From contract award until January 31, 2029, with two optional one-year extensions.

Required Certifications/Registrations:

• Security clearance required; mandatory fingerprinting for criminal record checks.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Proven expertise and experience in collective bargaining within a governmental or public sector context.
• Experience representing an organization in negotiating collective agreements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with the specific stakeholder, PIPSC, will be considered advantageous.
• Advanced negotiation strategy expertise.

Geographic Restrictions: None specified, but contractor presence in Calgary, Alberta, is implied to facilitate negotiations.

Key Technical Capabilities Needed:

• Strong negotiation skills and strategies.
• Ability to conduct dispute resolutions and manage bargaining processes effectively.
• Comprehensive understanding of public sector negotiation dynamics.

Deliverables and Performance Standards:

• Provide detailed strategies for negotiation and support CER in achieving an acceptable collective agreement with PIPSC by the mandate due date.
• Maintain open communication with CER management throughout the contract period.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Proposals will likely be evaluated based on relevant experience, understanding of the collective bargaining process, and the capability to deliver effective negotiation strategies in alignment with CER’s priorities.

This summary provides a structured overview of the opportunity for firms looking to engage with the Canada Energy Regulator for its collective bargaining needs. Interested bidders should ensure that their proposals are submitted via the specified email to meet submission requirements.