W0125-27WR11 - Tailoring and Alteration Services, London

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of National Defence (DND) requires Tailoring and Alteration Services for military clothing and accessories. This project is focused on providing high-quality tailoring services located in Trenton, Ontario. The contract is aimed at fulfilling the specific needs of military personnel, ensuring that uniforms and related items are tailored to fit appropriately. The requirement is set aside for Indigenous Businesses under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB), promoting participation from Indigenous communities.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC), located in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Allison Fernandez, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: July 22, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 7, 2026, at 14:00
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: One year firm, with three additional one-year optional periods.

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is a Request for Standing Offer, which typically implies a firm-fixed-price arrangement. The estimated contract value is not mentioned, but bidders should be prepared for competitive pricing given the lowest price evaluation criterion. The contract includes options for renewal for three additional years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Set-aside Restrictions: Participation is limited to Indigenous Businesses under the PSIB.
• Security Requirements: Specific security clearances are required, although details are not provided in the summary.
• Geographic Restrictions: Services must be performed in Trenton, Ontario.
• Experience Requirements: No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are explicitly stated, but relevant experience in tailoring military clothing is implied.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in tailoring and alteration services, particularly for military clothing and accessories. Familiarity with military specifications and standards for uniforms may be beneficial.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include timely and high-quality tailoring services for military clothing. Specific performance metrics or service-level agreements are not detailed, but adherence to military standards is expected.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price, indicating a competitive bidding process where cost is the primary factor. Additional qualitative factors may be considered but are not specified.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in providing tailoring services to military or government entities may have a competitive advantage. Preferred qualifications may also include relevant certifications in tailoring or garment construction, although these are not explicitly listed.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview for potential bidders to assess their fit for this opportunity, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous participation and the focus on competitive pricing.