FDI Matchmaking at MSPO 2026 in Kielce, Poland

Global Affairs Canada’s Investment Promotion Division is seeking a service provider to deliver professional business-to-business matchmaking services at the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO 2026) in Kielce, Poland, from September 7 to 11, 2026. The contract requires the contractor to identify and engage high-potential European defence and security companies, organize and facilitate pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings between these firms and the Canadian delegation, and manage all related coordination, including virtual briefings, on-site logistics, and post-event reporting. The period of performance runs from June 5 to October 9, 2026, with milestone-based payments tied to deliverables: 30% upon initial submissions, 40% after meeting confirmations, and 30% following the event and final report. All work must be conducted in English, and travel to Poland is mandatory. The contractor must use key personnel identified in the proposal, with replacements requiring prior approval and equivalent qualifications, and must maintain full compliance with Canadian procurement standards and a strict prohibition on contingent fees or third-party lobbying. The evaluation of proposals is conducted through a trade-off model, with technical merit weighted at 70% and price at 30%. Technical evaluations focus on proven experience in B2B matchmaking (30 points), methodology for identifying qualified investment leads (25 points), and overall coordination strategy (25 points), plus up to 10 bonus points for value-added services. Mandatory pass/fail criteria include company profile, references, and project team expertise. Offers must be submitted electronically by May 19, 2026, in four structured sections: an Offeror Declaration Form, Technical Offer, Financial Offer, and any proposed changes to contract clauses. Submissions are limited to 10 MB per email and must use approved file types such as PDF, DOCX, or XLSX, excluding encrypted, compressed, or executable files. No security clearances are required, but contractors must maintain audit-ready records for seven years after final payment, comply with all applicable laws, and refrain from assigning the contract without government consent. The contracting authority is Sarah-Lynn Laventure, reachable via internationalproposals@international.gc.ca, and all information is accessible through the CanadaBuys portal.