One (1) Subject Matter Expert

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking to procure the services of one (1) experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) at a senior level. The primary objective is to lead and support the operationalization of key objectives within the draft Canadian Forces Health Services (CFHS) Strategic Campaign Plan. Although the plan is pending final approval, its implementation is already in progress. The contractor will focus on Health Services (HS) support within the future Canadian Arctic Theatre of Operations (CATO), coordinating investments with other Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) entities and collaborating with Health Canada on a potential dual-use investment program mentioned in Budget 2025.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

• Organization: Department of National Defence (DND)
• Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
• Primary Contact: Viviana / Wei Yi
• Email: [email protected]

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Eligibility: Only Supply Arrangement Holders under E60ZT-18TSPS who qualified under Tier 1 for the specified region and expertise level.
• Security Clearance: Personnel must have Reliability Status; corporate security must meet Designated Organization Screening (DOS).
• Experience: Must have significant experience in health services and operational planning, particularly in a military context.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

• Expertise in operational and implementation planning for health services.
• Familiarity with coordinating investments and resources within military frameworks.
• Ability to engage with both internal DND/CAF forums and external stakeholders, particularly Health Canada.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Lead the operational and implementation planning for HS support in the Arctic.
• Provide regular updates and reports to DND/CAF on progress and challenges.
• Represent HS Strat at key internal and external forums.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined rating of technical merit and price. The highest combined score for technical merit and cost will determine the winning bid.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degrees or certifications in health services, military operations, or related fields.
• Previous experience working with DND or similar governmental organizations.
• Proven track record in leading strategic planning initiatives, particularly in Arctic or northern operations.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for potential bidders, highlighting the essential criteria and expectations for the role of Subject Matter Expert for the DND.