Request for Information (RFI) for the Modernization of the Professional Services Methods of Supply

Scope Summary

Please note that the deadline for Phase 1 Response Submissions is October 22nd, 2026. Refer to section 4 below for information on how to submit a response. The purpose of this amendment is to respond to the following questions that have been for this Request for Information (RFI). 1. Purpose of this notice Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is seeking feedback from industry on the modernization of its government-wide methods of supply for professional services. PSPC is developing a new professional services procurement framework intended to streamline the existing procurement landscape, reduce administrative burden, improve flexibility and better align procurement approaches with different service-delivery requirements. The proposed framework is expected to replace the following existing methods of supply: • Task-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS); • Solutions-Based Informatics Professional Services (SBIPS); • Task and Solutions Professional Services (TSPS); • ProServices; • Temporary Help Services (THS); and • Professional Audit Support Services (PASS). 2. Proposed methods of supply The proposed framework introduces four new methods of supply: • Temporary R

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 0. Eligibility Restriction Gate Mandatory
  Restricted: SA holders only — Confirm your company already holds active qualification under this supply arrangement, standing offer, framework, or set-aside before preparing a bid.
  Suggested Evidence: Pre-Qualification Letter / SA Number / Set-Aside Certification
• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)" (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 2027-03-31.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Delivery Methodology & References Mandatory
  Provide a clear work plan, deliverable schedule, named key personnel, and 2–3 relevant client references.
  Suggested Evidence: Methodology Narrative, CVs & Case Studies
• 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