GCNS STREAM 5 LDF - ITQ

Shared Services Canada
canadabuys Posted: July 31, 2026

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW The opportunity pertains to the Government of Canada Network Services (GCNS) Stream 5 Leased Dark Fibre (LDF). The purpose of this Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) is to identify Qualified Respondents who will be eligible to participate in future refreshes of the GCNS Stream 5 LDF Re...

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Due Date
September 18, 2026
(1 day left)
Solicitation #
BPM026304/34418

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Description

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This ITQ is being issued to qualify respondents (Qualified Respondent) for the Government of Canada Network Services (GCNS) Stream 5 Leased Dark Fibre (LDF).Qualified Respondents will be able to participate in any refresh of the GCNS Stream 5 LDF Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) in accordance with the terms and conditions of this ITQ. The following suppliers are Qualified Respondents from a previously issued and completed GCNS Stream 5 LDF ITQ and are not required to participate in this ITQ:Rogers;Zayo Canada Inc.; andVideotron.1. Estimated quantity of commodity: Not applicable, to be determined at later solicitations. 2. Duration of contract: Not applicable, to be determined at later solicitations. 3. Time frame of delivery: Not applicable, to be determined at later solicitations. 4. Conditions for participation of suppliers not specified in solicitation documentation: Not applicable, to be determined at later solicitations. SSC GCNS STREAM 5 LDF - ITQ- Amendment 000

Additional Information

Source

canadabuys

Status

open

Procurement Method

Competitive - Open bidding

Procurement Category

*SRV

Regions of Opportunity

*Canada

Regions of Delivery

*Canada

Reference Number

SSC-26-00034418:T

Amendment Number

000

Contracting Entity

Shared Services Canada

Contact Name

Nick,Skydan

Contact Phone

+13435494162

Contact Country

CANADA

Organization City

Ottawa

Organization Province / State

Ontario

Organization Country

Canada

Last Updated

August 26, 2026

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When is the proposal submission deadline?

The proposal submission deadline is September 18, 2026 (1 day left).

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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity pertains to the Government of Canada Network Services (GCNS) Stream 5 Leased Dark Fibre (LDF). The purpose of this Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) is to identify Qualified Respondents who will be eligible to participate in future refreshes of the GCNS Stream 5 LDF Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA). The specific quantities, contract duration, and delivery time frames are not defined at this stage and will be determined in subsequent solicitations.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is Shared Services Canada, located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this ITQ is Nick Skydan.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals will be established in future solicitations, as this ITQ primarily focuses on qualifying respondents rather than evaluating proposals.

Summary

This ITQ serves as a qualification step for suppliers interested in participating in future opportunities related to the GCNS Stream 5 LDF. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate their capabilities in leased dark fibre services and ensure compliance with Canadian trade agreements. Given the lack of specific requirements and details at this stage, potential bidders should remain attentive to future solicitations for more comprehensive information.

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