Electoral Material - Coloured Plastic Bags

Elections Canada is soliciting proposals under solicitation number ECSZ-RFP-2026-4301 for the production and delivery of eleven different types of coloured plastic bags used as electoral material. The requirement specifies the use of HDPE material with a corrected thickness of 5 mil (0.127 mm). Key deliverables include the submission of digital proofs followed by prototype proofs for all eleven items. Final delivery is preferred by November 1, 2026, with goods shipped flat in corrugated boxes not exceeding 35 lbs and labeled with specific 20 pt type size identifiers. The contract period is projected from September 30, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with an option to extend for two additional years. The selection process follows a four-phase evaluation consisting of mandatory technical evaluation, rated technical evaluation, financial evaluation, and the determination of the highest ranked bidder based on the lowest evaluated price adjusted for technical score. Eligible bidders include Canadian suppliers and those from applicable trading partners. The successful contractor must adhere to strict confidentiality and security protocols, including potential reliability screenings and oaths of secrecy. Payment is issued on a monthly basis upon submission of accurate invoices containing the relevant purchase order numbers. The procurement is managed by Svetlana Zelyutkina and is subject to general conditions for mixed goods and services.