Ongoing Opportunity to Qualify - Audit and Related Services
PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW: The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) of Canada is seeking bids for Supply Arrangements (SAs) for Audit and Related Services (ARS) across various streams. The purpose of this solicitation is to refresh existing SAs and maintain current arrangements under SA369. The services r...
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AMENDMENT 004 - ADDITION OF STREAM 6 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SYSTEMS AUDIT AND RELATED SERVICES AMENDMENT 003 - RESPONSES TO SUPPLIER'S QUESTIONS AND MODIFY ARTICLES AS DESCRIBED IN THE DOCUMENT ENCLOSED HEREIN AMENDMENT 002 - MODIFY ARTICLES AS DESCRIBED IN THE DOCUMENT ENCLOSED HEREIN AMENDMENT 001 - CORRECTION TO CONTRACTING AUTHRORITY EMAIL IN THE CONTACT INFORMATION TAB BID SOLICITATION FOR SUPPLY ARRANGEMENTS FOR AUDIT AND RELATED SERVICES (ARS) FOR THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL OF CANADA This is a request to solicit bids for Supply Arrangements (SAs) to satisfy the Office of the Auditor General of Canada’s (OAG) requirement for the provision of Audit and Related Services (ARS) to locations throughout Canada, excluding any locations in areas subject to any of the Comprehensive Land Claims Agreements. Suppliers capable of meeting the requirements of this solicitation are invited to submit an arrangement. This document will serve to refresh the SAs in place for the provision of ARS and to maintain the current SAs awarded under SA369. Existing Suppliers are not required to re-qualify for any categories for which they already have a SA although they must otherwise comply with the requirements of the bid solicitation. Audit and Related Services includes the following streams of services: Stream 1- Financial Audit: providing assurance services on financial statements Stream 2 - Data Analytics: providing services for assurance level evidence in support of audit through analysis of data Stream 3 - Financial Instruments Audit and Related Consulting Services: providing services which include valuation, Presentation and Disclosures of Financial Instruments and Derivatives Sub-Stream 3A –Financial Instruments Valuation Sub-Stream 3B – Private Market Valuation Sub-Stream 3C – Financial Instruments and Derivatives Presentation and Disclosures Stream 4 - Actuarial Services: providing services of assistance on auditing insurance liabilities and/or employee benefit liabilities Sub-Stream 4A - Audit Conclusion on Insurance policy liabilities Sub-Stream 4B - Audit Conclusion on Employee Benefits Stream 5 - Special Examination: providing services of assurance on operating effectiveness of systems and practices under audit This RFSA describes the process by which a supplier may be selected for recommendation of a supply arrangement. Arrangements will be evaluated on a stream and sub-stream basis. Each responsive arrangement will be recommended for the issuance of a SA for the streams or sub-streams being applied for according to the conditions identified in Part 6 – Supply Arrangement and Resulting Contract Clauses. The Supply Arrangement has no defined end-date and will remain valid until such time as Canada no longer considers it to be advantageous to use it.
Additional Information
Amendment Number
005
Contact Info Email
Contact Info Name
Soo Yeon Cho
Contact Info Phone
+16139520213
Contracting Entity Name
Office of the Auditor General (OAG)
Created
May 28, 2026
Is Public
true
Organization Address City
Ottawa
Organization Country
Canada
Organization Address Line
240 Sparks street
Organization Address Postal Code
K1A0G6
Organization Address Province
Ontario
Procurement Category
*SRV
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Reference Number
cb-4734-12859618
Regions Of Delivery
*Canada
Regions Of Opportunity
*Canada
Selection Criteria
Variations or combinations of the above methods
Source
canadabuys
Source Record ID
cb-4734-12859618_005
Source System
canadabuys
Status
open
Status En
Open
Summary Updated At
May 28, 2026
Tender Closing Date
January 1, 2100
Last Updated
August 19, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the proposal submission deadline?
The proposal submission deadline is January 1, 2100 (26799 days left).
AI Summary
PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) of Canada is seeking bids for Supply Arrangements (SAs) for Audit and Related Services (ARS) across various streams. The purpose of this solicitation is to refresh existing SAs and maintain current arrangements under SA369. The services required include Financial Audits, Data Analytics, Financial Instruments Audit, Actuarial Services, Special Examinations, and a newly added stream for Information Technology and Systems Audit and Related Services. The OAG aims to ensure effective financial oversight and compliance through these services.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Office of the Auditor General (OAG)
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Primary Contact: Soo Yeon Cho
Email: [email protected]
KEY DATES:
- Posted Date: April 12, 2023
- Proposal Due Date: Ongoing, with a specific deadline for Stream 6 submissions on June 30, 2026, at 14:00 EST
- Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
- Performance Period: No defined end-date; arrangements remain valid until deemed no longer advantageous by Canada.
CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is a Supply Arrangement (SA) with no defined end-date. The estimated contract value or budget range has not been specified. Existing suppliers are not required to re-qualify for previously awarded streams.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
- Must be capable of providing services in one or more of the specified streams.
- Compliance with the requirements outlined in the bid solicitation.
- No specific certifications or registrations are mandated, but bidders should demonstrate relevant experience and capabilities in the audit field.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in the following areas:
- Financial Audits (assurance services on financial statements)
- Data Analytics (providing assurance-level evidence through data analysis)
- Financial Instruments Audit (valuation and disclosure of financial instruments)
- Actuarial Services (auditing insurance and employee benefit liabilities)
- Special Examinations (assurance on operational effectiveness)
- Information Technology and Systems Audit (assurance and advisory services related to IT systems).
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the provision of audit reports, data analysis results, and assurance services as per the specific stream requirements. Performance metrics will be evaluated based on the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated on a stream and sub-stream basis, with criteria including technical approach, past performance, and compliance with mandatory requirements. The evaluation may prioritize technical capabilities over price, but specific weightings are not detailed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:
- Relevant certifications in audit practices (e.g., CPA, CIA)
- Demonstrated experience in similar projects or sectors
- Advanced data analytics capabilities and tools.
Bidders are encouraged to review the detailed requirements and amendments in the attached documents for further clarification on submission expectations and evaluation processes.
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