E6MON-26PQFL - Period 06 - RMSO Food - Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Public Works and Government Services (PWGSC), on behalf of the Department of National Defence and Correctional Service Canada, is seeking bids for a standing offer for the acquisition and delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables in Quebec, Canada. The project aims to ensure a consistent supply of high-quality fresh produce to meet the dietary needs of the respective departments. The specific requirements and details of the procurement are outlined in the Annex Statement of Requirement.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Public Works and Government Services (PWGSC), located in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Stephen Phan, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: September 2, 2026, at 14:00
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

This procurement is structured as a Request for Standing Offer (RFSO). The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it typically implies a firm-fixed-price arrangement for the delivery of goods. There is no estimated contract value or budget range mentioned, nor are there any option years specified.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Geographic Restrictions: Bidders must be able to deliver within Quebec, Canada.
• Experience: No specific minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are mentioned.
• Certifications: No specific certifications or registrations are required.
• Security Clearances: No security clearances are mentioned.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: Not specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

While specific technical skills or methodologies are not detailed, bidders should demonstrate the ability to supply and deliver fresh fruits and vegetables consistently and reliably.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the timely delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables as per the requirements outlined in the Annex Statement of Requirement. Performance metrics or service-level agreements are not explicitly stated.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price. There is no mention of additional evaluation factors such as technical approach or past performance, indicating a straightforward price-based evaluation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with experience in supplying fresh produce to government entities or similar organizations may have a competitive advantage. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with the specific needs of institutional clients, though no specific certifications or capabilities are outlined.

In summary, bidders should focus on their ability to deliver fresh fruits and vegetables within Quebec, ensuring compliance with the lowest price evaluation criterion.