AI Overview

Seeking qualified AI consultants to assist small to medium enterprises with AI adoption through the NRC IRAP AI Assist program, working with faculty to identify solutions based on completed needs assessments.

Basic Information

Reference Number

00004904045

Issuing Organization

NorQuest College

Solicitation Type

EOI - Expression of Interest (Informal)

Solicitation Number

AB-2026-01285

Title

EOI for AI Advisory & Innovation Partnership

Source ID

SCRIBE

Details

Location

Alberta

Purchase Type

Not Stated

Dates

Publication

2026/02/13 10:44:00 AM EST

Closing Date

2026/02/23 04:00:00 PM EST

Contact Information

NorQuest College

rfp@norquest.ca

Description

The Faculty of Business, Environment and Technology (FBET) is submitting an application for the NRC IRAP AI Assist program to facilitate small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as they begin a journey to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI). To assist SMEs in a variety of sectors FBET is seeking qualified consultants with an advanced knowledge of AI and AI solutions to help guide SMEs to products and services specific to their sectors, and to assist with roadmapping and action planning.

This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to identify experienced professionals in AI consulting to review completed needs assessments and work with FBET faculty in identifying solutions for upcoming program cohorts. Respondents must demonstrate a proficiency with machine learning and AI applications from a variety of sectors. Submissions will be evaluated based on qualifications, sector range, and alignment with program goals.

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