Question 1

What is "TBIPS-W6381-26-0006 - S1000D Professional Services"?

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**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**  
  The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking Task-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS) for the modernization of technical publications management, implementing the S1000D specification.
  
- **Project scope and objectives:**  
  The project aims to modernize the management of technical publications for DND/CAF equipment, including updates to policies, processes, training, and IT tools in accordance with Materiel Management Instruction (MMI) 1706.

- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
  One (1) contract is to be awarded, with an estimated level of effort of 240 days per year over a proposed contract period of three years.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
  Department of National Defence (DND)

- **Contact details:**  
  Kingsley Knight Ohene-Djan  
  Phone: 343-576-3831  
  Email: kingsleyknight.ohene-djan@forces.gc.ca

- **Important dates:**  
  - Posted: December 22, 2025  
  - Due date: January 26, 2026, at 14:00

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
  Minimum corporate security required is "Secret." Specific security clearances are not required for bid submission but must be obtained if awarded a contract.

- **Mandatory qualifications:**  
  Must be a TBIPS Supply Arrangement Holder under EN578-170432 and qualified under Tier 1 for the following categories:  
  - A.6 Programmer/Software Developer, Level 2  
  - A.16 Web Multi-media Content Consultant, Level 2  
  - B.1 Business Analyst, Level 2  
  - B.14 Technical Writer, Level 2

- **Set-aside requirements:**  
  None specified.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
  None specified.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
  Expertise in managing technical publications as per S1000D specifications, including A Common Source Database (CSDB).

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
  Knowledge and operational capacity regarding the S1000D international specification and related IT tooling.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
  Detailed deliverables are not explicitly stated; adherence to updates in policy, processes, and training is implied for successful implementation.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
  Experience in the DND environment or prior contracts with governmental organizations may provide a competitive edge.

- **Preferred qualifications:**  
  Familiarity with integrated IT systems related to technical publication management.

- **Additional evaluation factors that give a competitive advantage:**  
  Previous successful experience in similar modernization projects, familiarity with relevant trade agreements, and a robust organizational security framework.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
  Proposals will be evaluated based on the specified categories and capabilities relevant to the requirement.

- **Weighting of different criteria:**  
  Not specified in the documents.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
  Past performance in similar projects will likely be considered but is not explicitly detailed.

This summary is designed to assist in identifying potential contractors who meet the criteria necessary for participation in the bidding process for the TBIPS-W6381-26-0006 opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 26, 2026 (7 days left).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-255-67141280

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