PHYSICAN ASSISTANT TRAINING PROGRAM

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking to establish a standing offer for academic placement sessions for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Physician Assistant (PA) students. The objective is to facilitate placements at accredited Canadian universities that will lead to the awarding of degrees such as Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant, Bachelor of Health Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies, or a Master of Physician Assistant Studies. This initiative aims to enhance the educational experience and professional readiness of CAF PA students.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of National Defence (DND), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Scott Serafin, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: April 9, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: September 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

This is a Request for Standing Offer (RFSO) for specialized educational services. Specific details regarding the contract type (e.g., firm-fixed-price) and estimated value are not provided in the documentation.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Accreditation: Must have established partnerships or agreements with accredited Canadian universities that offer PA education programs.
• Experience: Proven experience in providing educational services or placements in the healthcare education sector.
• Compliance: Adherence to all applicable Canadian laws and regulations related to educational services and contract performance.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should demonstrate expertise in:

• Educational Program Development: Ability to design and implement academic placement programs tailored for PA students.
• Collaboration with Educational Institutions: Experience working with universities to facilitate placements and ensure compliance with educational standards.
• Healthcare Education Standards: Familiarity with the requirements and standards set by Canadian healthcare education authorities.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Successful placement of CAF PA students in accredited programs.
• Regular reporting on placement outcomes and student progress.
• Compliance with any performance metrics set forth by the DND, which may include student satisfaction rates and academic performance indicators.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Technical Approach: Quality and feasibility of the proposed educational placement strategy.
• Past Performance: Demonstrated success in similar projects or contracts.
• Price: Overall cost of the proposed services.
  The evaluation may utilize a best-value approach, balancing technical merit with cost.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, the following qualifications may provide a competitive advantage:

• Advanced Certifications: Relevant certifications in healthcare education or training.
• Established Relationships: Existing partnerships with multiple accredited universities.
• Innovative Approaches: Unique methodologies or technologies that enhance the educational experience for PA students.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders to assess their fit and prepare competitive proposals.