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What is "Information Technology Infrastructure in Support of Command and Control"?

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### Summary of Opportunity: Information Technology Infrastructure in Support of Command and Control

**Purpose**:  
The main purpose of the Request for Information (RFI) is to solicit feedback from industry on the potential procurement and costing for the Information Technology Infrastructure in Support of Command and Control (ITI in Sp of C2) Project. The RFI aims to engage potential suppliers in discussions regarding operational and technical requirements, cost and schedule evaluations, and capabilities relevant to future contracts for the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The project specifically focuses on establishing a secure, integrated, Secret-level IT infrastructure to enhance Command and Control (C2) capabilities.

**Buyer Information**:  
The RFI is issued by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) on behalf of the DND/CAF. For inquiries, suppliers can contact:

- **Aaron Abela**  
  Public Works and Government Services Canada  
  Place du Portage III, 8C2  
  11 Laurier, Gatineau, Canada K1A 0S5  
  Email: [TPSGC.PADivisionQE-APQEDivision.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca](mailto:TPSGC.PADivisionQE-APQEDivision.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca)

**Important Dates**:  
- **Posted Date**: March 26, 2019  
- **Due Date for Comments/Responses**: Continuous until a final Request for Proposal (RFP) is released. However, specific feedback for the RFI amendment is due by February 28, 2020.  
- **Amendment Release**: Amendment 007 on December 10, 2019.

**Key Requirements**:  
- Suppliers are encouraged to provide feedback on their capabilities related to Cloud services, specifically regarding infrastructure as a service (IaaS) and platform as a service (PaaS) for the ITI in Sp of C2 Project.  
- DND requires a secure IT infrastructure capable of supporting classified operations at a Secret-level, which involves the integration and reduction of existing networks while improving connectivity and information sharing.  
- The RFI requests information on continuous service capabilities for international deployments utilizing limited bandwidth and high-latency connectivity.  
- Participants will have the opportunity to engage through unclassified industry days and classified one-on-one meetings with the buyer.  
- Respondents should provide insights into their Cloud capabilities, experience with classified environments, and overall strategies for supporting the DND’s needs.

This RFI represents an opportunity for suppliers in the IT sector, especially those with Cloud service expertise, to influence the procurement process and align their offerings with government needs.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is March 31, 2026 (42 days left).

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