IT & Software Canada CanadaBuys Closes 2026-12-07

Access Control and Intrusion Detection Services

Issuing Buyer: Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Est. Value: Specified in official notice Published: 2026-09-10

Scope Summary

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires the provision of parts and labour (technical support, programming, installation, service, and maintenance) on an “as and when requested” basis for its Integrated Security System (ISS) at CRA locations across Canada. The CRA is considering the conversion of up to 51 sites currently using a combination of Digital Security Controls (DSC) Intrusion Detection Systems and Kantech Access Control systems to a unified Kantech Intrusion/Access Control platform. The site counts identified below represent the CRA’s current intended conversion plans for planning and estimation purposes only and do not constitute a commitment to convert any specific number of sites. The CRA requires the goods and services referenced above in the following regions: 1. National Capital Region (NCR) – up to 11 sites identified for potential conversion; 2. Ontario – up to 13 sites identified for potential conversion; 3. Quebec – up to 1 site identified for potential conversion; 4. Atlantic – up to 4 sites identified for potential conversion; and 5. Western – up to 22 sites identified for potential conversion. Bidders may submit a bid for one (1) or more Regions identified in

Bid Readiness Checklist

  • 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
    Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)" (Canada).
    Suggested Evidence: SAP Ariba Supplier ID / Procurement Business Number (PBN)
  • 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
    Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2026-12-07.
    Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
  • 3. Technical Architecture & Security Mandatory
    Document system architecture, data residency/privacy controls, implementation milestones, and post-launch SLA support.
    Suggested Evidence: Architecture Overview, Security Controls & SLA Matrix
  • 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
    Structure transparent itemized fixed or T&M rate pricing aligned with notice deliverables (ceiling not disclosed in notice).
    Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions
  • 5. Security, Privacy & Accessibility Mandatory
    Address referenced security, data privacy, or accessibility obligations in the notice.
    Suggested Evidence: Security Attestation, Privacy Statement & Accessibility Statement

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