King’s Printer Cheque Manufacturing Services

The King’s Printer is seeking input through a request for information to better assess the market landscape for cheque manufacturing services, specifically focused on the secure production of government cheques and transcripts using authorized watermark paper. This initiative is not a procurement or tender notice but aims to gather insights on supplier capabilities, market interest, and potential barriers to participation such as high material costs, stringent security and compliance requirements, and the challenges of operating under unpredictable, as-needed demand. The services require specialized infrastructure for secure handling, storage, and production, with no guaranteed volume, making it difficult for many potential vendors to commit resources without certainty of return. The Ministry is particularly interested in understanding alternative service delivery models that could enhance efficiency, reduce supplier burden, and broaden participation while preserving the high standards of security, quality, and auditability required for government documents. Feedback is sought on how to structure future initiatives to be more accessible and sustainable for vendors, including potential innovations in material sourcing, processing workflows, or security protocols. This RFI serves as a foundational step to inform any future procurement strategy, ensuring that any resulting contract design is informed by real-world market conditions and operational realities. The request for information was posted on June 5, 2026, with responses due by June 22, 2026, and is managed through the Government of Canada’s procurement channel.