Question 1

What is "Universal Secure KVM Switch, 4-Port Dual Head Belkin model # F1DN204KVM-DC-4 and cables or equivalent for DND"?

Accepted Answer

### OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**: A total of 550 Universal Secure KVM Switches, 4-Port Dual Head, Belkin model # F1DN204KVM-DC-4 along with the necessary cables or equivalent equipment.
- **Project scope and objectives:** The Department of National Defence requires these KVM switches for secure operations, ensuring technology compatibility and operational efficiency within their systems.
- **Contract type and estimated value:** The contract type is not specified, and there is no estimated value mentioned in the documentation.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:** Shared Services Canada
- **Contact details:**  
  Michael Boualavong  
  Procurement Officer  
  Shared Services Canada  
  99 Metcalfe Street, 11th Floor  
  Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 1E3  
  Telephone: (613) 402-8895  
  Email: michael.boualavong@ssc-spc.gc.ca  
- **Important dates:**  
  - **Posted:** January 7, 2026  
  - **Due:** January 21, 2026, at 14:00  
  - **Delivery period:** 60 federal government working days from contract award or by March 31, 2026, whichever is sooner.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:** Not specifically listed.
- **Mandatory qualifications:** Capability to deliver the specified KVM switches and cables. 
- **Set-aside requirements:** None mentioned.
- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:** Delivery to Ottawa, Ontario.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:** Proficiency in providing Universal Secure KVM Switches that meet or exceed the specifications of the provided Belkin model.
- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:** Must supply equivalent products if the Belkin model is unavailable.
- **Deliverables and performance standards:** Must ensure timely delivery in accordance with government standards.
- **Evaluation criteria:** Bids will be evaluated based on price, with the lowest evaluated price recommended for contract award.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:** Experience with secure KVM technologies may provide a competitive advantage.
- **Preferred qualifications:** Previous experience with federal contracts or secure IT implementations could be beneficial.
- **Additional evaluation factors:** Proposed delivery timelines and additional support services may be considered.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:** Proposals will be evaluated primarily on pricing, focusing on the lowest bid that meets requirements.
- **Weighting of different criteria:** Specific weighting criteria are not provided, but price will be a key determining factor.
- **Past performance requirements:** Not explicitly mentioned, but responsiveness and reliability in previous contracts may be factors in evaluations.

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This summary encapsulates the primary requirements and details related to the current procurement opportunity, providing a structured overview for companies to assess their fit for participation.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 21, 2026 (8 days left).

Universal Secure KVM Switch, 4-Port Dual Head Belkin model # F1DN204KVM-DC-4 and cables or equivalent for DND

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