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What is "Delivery Services of Laboratory (lab) Specimens"?

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### Opportunity Summary: Delivery Services of Laboratory (Lab) Specimens

**Issued By**: Department of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB)  
**Location**: Gatineau, Quebec, Canada  
**Contact**: Allaa Shaat (allaa.shaat@sac-isc.gc.ca)

**Posted Date**: January 28, 2026  
**Submission Due Date**: February 18, 2026, at 15:00 (EST)  
**Performance Period**: From date of contract to October 31, 2026

**Overview**:  
The ISC seeks proposals for comprehensive delivery services of laboratory specimens. The contract encompasses all necessary labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision.

**Key Project Requirements**:
- **Services Required**: Delivery of laboratory specimens, necessitating complete logistical support from the proposers.
- **Destination for services**: Thompsons, Manitoba, Canada.

**Contract Type**: Not explicitly stated but likely to be a service contract for the specified term.  
**Estimated Value**: Not specified.

#### Mandatory Requirements:
1. **Legal Capacity**: Offerors must demonstrate legal capacity to contract.
2. **Security Clearance**: Offerors must maintain a valid Designated Organization Screening (DOS) throughout the contract; personnel must hold a valid Reliability Status.
3. **Eligibility**: Must be a Canadian supplier or a supplier of an applicable trading partner as defined in the solicitation terms.

#### Preferred Qualifications:
- Offerors with demonstrated experience in delivering medical or laboratory specimen services are highly favored. 
- Knowledge of and compliance with Canada's Code of Conduct for Procurement adds to competitive advantage.

#### Evaluation Criteria:
- Proposals will be evaluated based on the completeness and detail of the offer, pricing structure, technical capabilities, and compliance with the solicitation instructions. Specific evaluation procedures are outlined in the documents.

#### Deliverables and Performance Standards:
- Proposals must include a plan for logistics, ensuring timely collection and delivery of specimens with safety and regulatory compliance.
- All prices must be quoted in Canadian funds and include all applicable delivery charges.

This opportunity aligns with ISC's goals to improve health outcomes for Indigenous communities by ensuring timely and efficient laboratory services. Interested companies must prepare and submit their offers adhering to the detailed requirements laid out in the invitation documents.

For further clarification or submission inquiries, contact Allaa Shaat at the provided email.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is February 18, 2026 (1 day left).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-418-14413900

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