Apple Mac Studio Workstations – Z1U4 and accessories or equivalent for Library and Archives Canada

Scope Summary

Solicitation No.: 2BH6215138/ADepartment: Library and Archives Canada Notification Period: 10 days (13/11/2026 to 23/11/2026) Description of Requirement: Library and Archives Canada has a requirement for a quantity of 6 x Apple Mac Studio Workstations – Z1U4 and accessories or equivalent as per Annex A – Statement of Requirement (SOR).Delivery Destination Area: Gatineau, QC Delivery Date: 60 federal government working days from contract award. Security Requirements: N/AComprehensive Land Claim Agreements (CLCA): N/AThe Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.The responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for award of a contract.To access the solicitation and submit your bid click the following link: https://supplier-fournisseur-sscp2pspc.ssc-spc.gc.ca/page.aspx/en/usr/login Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.All enquiries related to this solicitation must be addressed in writing to: Sebastien DarifSenior Procurement Officer Shared Services Canada 270 Albert Street, 9th FloorOttawa, ON K1P 5G8 · Telephone: 613-866-5465 · Email: [contact via official portal] SSC A

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Shared Services Canada" (CA-QC).
  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 2026-11-27 · 13 days left.
  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