IT Infrastructure Services

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking professional services to support a Capital IT Infrastructure Project classified as Top Secret and above. The project scope includes the provision of two Network Analysts (Level 3), two IT Security Engineers (Level 3), and two Programmer/Software Developers (Level 2). The core need is to enhance the IT infrastructure through skilled personnel in network analysis, IT security, and software development.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of National Defence (DND), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Aaron Brown, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: June 16, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: July 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT
• Anticipated Start Date: August 14, 2026
• Estimated Delivery Date: August 13, 2028

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract will be awarded as a Task-Based Informatics Professional Service (TBIPS) under a competitive tendering process. The estimated level of effort is 2880 person-days over a two-year contract period. There is no specific budget range mentioned.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

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

• Security Clearances: All personnel must possess a TOP SECRET security clearance, with additional requirements for TOP SECRET (SIGINT) personnel.
• Geographic Restrictions: Services must be provided in the National Capital Region (NCR) of Canada.
• Experience Requirements: Bidders must be holders of the TBIPS Supply Arrangement under EN578-170432/D, specifically Tier 2 for the NCR.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders must demonstrate expertise in the following areas:

• Network Analysis: Proficiency in network systems and analysis at Level 3.
• IT Security: Advanced skills in IT security engineering at Level 3.
• Software Development: Competency in programming and software development at Level 2.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the provision of qualified personnel for the duration of the contract, with performance metrics likely tied to the successful completion of project milestones and adherence to security protocols.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined rating of technical merit and price. The emphasis will be on achieving the highest combined score, indicating a best-value approach rather than lowest-price technically acceptable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may gain a competitive advantage:

• Additional certifications relevant to IT security and software development.
• Proven experience with similar Top Secret projects in government or defense sectors.
• Familiarity with the specific technologies and methodologies used in the DND's IT infrastructure projects.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity, outlining the essential criteria and requirements for potential bidders to assess their fit for this project.