Question 1

What is "Janitorial Services – Brandon Research and Development Centre"?

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**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement Entity:** Janitorial Services for the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) at the Brandon Research and Development Centre.
- **Objectives:** To maintain cleanliness and hygiene at the facility located at 2701 Grand Valley Road, Brandon, Manitoba.
- **Contract Type:** One-year service contract, with an option to extend for up to four additional one-year periods. Estimated value is not specified.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
- **Contact Details:** 
  - Melissa Smith, Procurement Specialist
  - Phone: 306-515-4796 
  - Email: melissa.smith3@agr.gc.ca
- **Important Dates:** 
  - **Posted Date:** January 7, 2026
  - **Due Date:** February 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST
  - **Performance Period:** April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Certifications/Registrations:** 
  - Valid Reliability Status security clearance for contractor personnel.
- **Qualifications:**
  - Attendance at a mandatory site visit scheduled for January 21, 2026.
- **Geographic Restrictions:** Open only to Canadian suppliers.
- **Set-Aside Requirements:** None specified.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key Capabilities Needed:** 
  - Capability to provide comprehensive janitorial services as per the specifications outlined in the bid solicitation.
- **Deliverables:** Regular cleaning and maintenance according to established performance standards.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Bids will be assessed on both technical and financial criteria, with successful bids required to meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria and to offer the lowest price on an aggregate basis.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Certifications:** Additional desirable certifications in environmental management or quality control may enhance bids.
- **Experience:** Previous experience in providing janitorial services in similar facilities may provide a competitive advantage.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Evaluation Method:** Proposals will undergo a technical and financial evaluation. Compliance with the required specifications is crucial.
- **Weighting Criteria:** Not specified, but the lowest evaluated price with compliant bids is emphasized.
- **Past Performance:** Demonstrated success in previous contracts may be beneficial in evaluations.

This opportunity is ideal for capable janitorial service providers with the necessary security clearances and experience in similar environments, particularly those aligned with government procurement standards.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is February 17, 2026 (35 days left).

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