Question 1

What is "iLink Unbreakable Internet Solution"?

Accepted Answer

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement:** Shared Services Canada (SSC) is procuring the iLink Unbreakable Internet Solution on an "as and when" required basis, which includes central management and value-added services.
- **Project Scope and Objectives:** The solution is designed to aggregate multiple internet connections (e.g., Starlink, 5G/LTE) and supports various deployment scenarios including mobile, semi-permanent, and maritime applications. It will provide centralized monitoring, configuration, control, and support for all deployed units, along with client support, problem management, training, and repair services related to the iLink family of products.
- **Contract Type:** Not explicitly mentioned; however, it involves a contract award to a pre-identified supplier through an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN).

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Shared Services Canada (SSC)
- **Contact Details:** Nancy Pelchat (specific contact details not provided)
- **Important Dates:** 
  - Posted Date: January 7, 2026
  - Due Date for Responses: January 23, 2026

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required Certifications/Registrations:** Not specified in the document.
- **Mandatory Qualifications:** Not explicitly mentioned; firms must demonstrate capability via a statement of capabilities.
- **Set-Aside Requirements:** Not indicated.
- **Geographic Restrictions or Location Requirements:** Not specified.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key Technical Capabilities:** Proficiency in providing a ruggedized communications solution capable of aggregating internet connections.
- **Specific Technologies/Methologies Required:** Familiarity with Starlink and 5G/LTE technologies; capacity to offer remote management solutions.
- **Deliverables and Performance Standards:** Effective monitoring, configuration, control, and support from a centralized portal for all deployed units.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Not specified.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-Have Certifications or Experience:** Not specified.
- **Preferred Qualifications:** Experience with iLink products and remote management solutions is advantageous, although not mandated.
- **Additional Evaluation Factors:** Previous performance with similar projects or solutions may enhance competitive advantage, though details are not provided.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Proposal Evaluation:** Responses will be assessed based on the submitted statement of capabilities.
- **Weighting of Different Criteria:** Not indicated.
- **Past Performance Requirements:** Not specified.

This structured summary highlights the principal components of the opportunity for the iLink Unbreakable Internet Solution, offering a clear framework for potential suppliers to assess their fit for this contract opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 23, 2026 (10 days left).

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