TBIPS RFP – DEFENCEX Stream 1 for DND

Scope Summary

Only Task-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS) Supply Arrangement (SA) Holders holding a TBIPS SA for Tier 2 at the time of bid closing, in all required resource categories in this solicitation and in the National Capital Region under the EN578-170432 series of SAs are eligible to compete. The Department of National Defence requires informatics professional services on an as and when requested basis, to support Stream 1 of the DEFENCEX Project.

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 2026-11-23 · 9 days left.
  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