Online Self-service Photo and Video Library Solution

The Business Development Bank of Canada is soliciting suppliers to deliver an online self-service Photo and Video Library Solution that provides rapid, flexible access to high-quality visual assets for marketing, brand communications, internal communications, digital content, presentations, and campaigns. The solution must include comprehensive and relevant visual coverage of entrepreneurs and businesses across a broad spectrum of industries such as manufacturing, construction, defence, retail, aerospace, automotive, technology, agriculture, logistics, transportation, and natural resources. Visual content must also reflect the full diversity of the Canadian landscape, including urban centers, regional communities, remote areas, the North, and the Arctic. The platform should enable users to easily search, access, download, and use visuals without procedural delays, ensuring consistent and dynamic support for national communication initiatives. Bidders must submit their proposals through Merx, with all solicitation documents and submission guidelines available at the provided URL. The solicitation number is PRCP0003582, and the response deadline is May 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. There may be fees associated with accessing bid documents, as outlined on the Merx pricing page. The contracting authority is the Government of Canada through the Business Development Bank of Canada, with Marianne Villers serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. All performance of the contract is expected to be conducted remotely, with no specific geographic location mandated for service delivery, and the solution must be fully operational and accessible to users across Canada.