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THS Application Support
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (GAC) is seeking Temporary Help Services (THS) for application support, specifically to provide a Software Architect for the enhancement and maintenance of the EWCMS (Enterprise Web Content Management System). The core objective is to architect and design web-based components, configure OpenText Teamsite, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the system is upgraded to the latest vendor-supported version. The estimated level of effort for this contract is 1800 hours.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION
- Organization Name: Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (GAC)
- Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada
- Primary Contact: Natasha Postulart
- Email: [email protected]
KEY DATES
- Posted Date: July 7, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: July 20, 2026, by 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Anticipated Start Date: July 27, 2026
- Estimated Delivery Date: June 28, 2027
CONTRACT DETAILS
- Contract Type: Time-and-materials (Temporary Help Services)
- Estimated Contract Duration: July 27, 2026, to June 28, 2027
- Number of Contracts: 1
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- Security Clearance: Minimum resource security required is SECRET.
- Eligibility: Open only to THS Supply Arrangement Holders qualified under Tier 1 for services in the National Capital Region.
- Experience: Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in application support and software architecture.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
- Required Skills:
- Expertise in OpenText Teamsite installation and configuration.
- Ability to architect and design web-based components from use cases.
- Proficiency in developing administration tools and troubleshooting web issues.
- Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle documentation.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Key Deliverables:
- Installation and configuration of OpenText Teamsite.
- Documentation of the Software Development Lifecycle.
- Regular project status reports to the development lead.
- Upgrading the WCMS to the latest vendor-supported version.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Technical Approach: Understanding of the requirements and proposed solutions.
- Past Performance: Relevant experience and success in similar projects.
- Price: Cost-effectiveness of the proposal.
The evaluation will prioritize a best-value approach, balancing technical merit and price.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred Experience: Experience in government projects or similar public sector engagements.
- Certifications: Additional certifications in software architecture or project management may be viewed favorably.
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT (NPP) For Temporary Help Services (THS) GSIN: D302A Informatics Professional Services Reference Number: 26-304570 Solicitation Number: 26-304570 Organization Name: Department of foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Solicitation Date: 2026-07-07 Closing Date: 2026-07-20 02:00 PM Eastern Time ET Anticipated Start Date: July 27th, 2026 Estimated Delivery Date: 2027-06-28 Estimate Level of Effort: 1800 hours Contract Duration: The period of the contract is from July 27th, 2026, to June 28th, 2027, Solicitation Method: Competitive Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement Applies: No Number of Contracts: 1 Applicable Trade Agreements: • World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-AGP), • the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA), • the Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT), • the Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA), • the Canada-Columbia Free Trade Agreement (CColFTA), and • the Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement (CPanFTA) • Requirement Details Tendering Procedure: Selective Tendering This requirement is open only to those THS Supply Arrangement Holders who qualified under Tier 1 for services in the National Capital Region for the following categories: CATEGORY LEVEL OF EXPERTISE ESTIMATED NUMBER OF RESOURCES REQUIRED 5.1 Computer, Application Support – Software Architect Level 3 1 The following SA Holders have been invited to submit a proposal: STREAM 5: Computer Services Categories 1. Advanced Chippewa Technologies Inc. 2. Cistel Technology Inc. 3. CorGTA Inc. 4. DLS Technology Corporation 5. Fanar Enterprise Solutions Inc. 6. KOVASYS INC 7. Leverage Technology Resources Inc. 8. MaxSys Staffing & Consulting Inc. 9. Robertson & Company Ltd. 10. Tech4soft Inc. 11. Zernam Enterprise Inc 12. IT/NET Description of Work: Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFTAD) require the services of a computer, application support specialist to architect to architect and design components that will be implemented into the EWCMS. The specific tasks required to accomplish the scope of work may include, but are not necessarily limited to the following: • Installation and configuration of the OpenText (formely Interwoven) Teamsite • Architect and design web-based components from requirements (use cases). • Develop and implement administration tools as required. • Architect and upgrade the WCMS (Teamsite) to the latest vendor support version on the GAC environment • Troubleshoot issues reported by web site owners and the Quality Assurance Group. • Provide all documentation required by the Software Development Lifecycle. • Provide the development lead with ongoing reports on project status Incumbent Information: There is no incumbent in any specified role. Security Requirement: Common PS SRCL #34 applies Minimum Corporate Security Required: SECRET Minimum Resource Security Required: SECRET Contract Authority Name: Natasha Postulart Email Address: [email protected] Inquiries Inquiries regarding this RFP requirement must be submitted to the Contracting Authority named above. Request for Proposal (RFP) documents will be e-mailed directly from the Contracting Authority to the Qualified Supply Arrangement Holders who are being invited to bid on this requirement. BIDDERS ARE ADVISED THAT “BUYANDSELL.GC.CA” IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language.
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Competitive - Selective tendering
Procurement Category
Services
Reference Number
cb-955-77298284
Amendment Number
000
Contracting Entity
Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (GAC)
Contact Name
Natasha Postulart
Contact Email
Organization City
Gatineau
Organization Province / State
QC
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
July 8, 2026
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