Question 1

What is "Defence Intelligence Enterprise Support Services"?

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### Summary of Defence Intelligence Enterprise Support Services Opportunity

1. **Purpose**:  
The main purpose of this Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSO) is to establish a supply arrangement for Defence Intelligence Enterprise Support Services, specifically to provide high-assurance on-premises information technology solutions and ongoing support for various initiatives related to the Defence Intelligence Enterprise (DIE). This support encompasses all phases of initiative development, including Identification, Options Analysis, Definition, Implementation, and transition to In-Service Support.

2. **Buyer Information**:  
The buyer for this opportunity is Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC).  
**Contact Person**: Patrick Semple  
**Telephone**: (613) 449-3112  
**Email**: patrick.semple@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca  
**Address**: Public Works and Government Services - Kingston Procurement, 86 Clarence Street, 2nd floor, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 1X3

3. **Important Dates**:  
- **Posted Date**: August 10, 2022  
- **Closing Date**: March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)  
- **Original Request Date**: August 9, 2022

4. **Key Requirements**:  
Bidders are required to demonstrate capabilities in providing Turnkey High-Assurance On-Premises Information Technology Solutions. The services sought include but are not limited to:
   - Demonstrated ability to manage high-assurance solutions in the intelligence sector, adhering to security requirements.
   - Capability to provide ongoing in-service support across various defence intelligence initiatives.
   - Understanding of threat and risk-based methodologies rather than adherence to specific standards for high-assurance systems.
   
Importantly, bids must be submitted electronically via the Canada Post epost Connect application, and faxed or hard copy submissions will not be accepted. The Crown reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

This RFSO invites suppliers who meet the qualifications to participate, and compliant bids will result in the issuance of a supply arrangement, allowing pre-qualified suppliers to receive Requests for Proposals for related requirements.

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This summary provides businesses evaluating this opportunity with essential information regarding the solicitation's purpose, important dates, and core requirements, aiding in informed decision-making for participation.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

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

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