ACAN - Managing the Development and Maintenance of the D250 School Bus Standards

Transport Canada is seeking a consultant to manage the development, maintenance, and publication of the D250 School Bus Standard as well as to oversee the creation and upkeep of new related standards for the Fiscal Years 2026-2028 through to 2028-2030. This contract supports the Multimodal and Road Safety Programs Directorate and involves updating and ensuring the quality and relevance of the D250 standard, which pertains to school bus safety and regulatory measures. The process includes a public notice (ACAN) allowing other suppliers to express interest by submitting their qualifications, ensuring transparency and competition before a contract is awarded to a pre-identified supplier if no suitable alternative candidates come forward. The solicitation, titled "ACAN - Managing the Development and Maintenance of the D250 School Bus Standards," was posted on January 9, 2026, with responses due by January 26, 2026. The work will be performed primarily in Ontario, Canada (outside the National Capital Region), under the federal Department of Transport. The point of contact for this solicitation is Diana Daigle-Pietsch, the Contracting Authority. Interested parties are directed to submit statements of capability or inquiries to the provided contact to participate in the competitive process before the final award decision.