Phone Booth - Double

This procurement under solicitation CSPS-RFP-CP26-0551 is for the purchase, delivery, and installation of double-occupancy acoustic phone booths constructed entirely of glass, designed for non-anchored installation on concrete slabs, featuring fixed-height work surfaces, integrated two-seat soft seating, right-handed door swing, and standard amenities including fire alarm systems, air circulation, lighting, and fire protection. All deliveries must be completed by September 30, 2026, at designated locations within Ottawa’s National Capital Region, specifically the Canada School of Public Service campuses at 373 Sussex Drive and 111 Sussex Drive, with goods delivered under DDP Incoterms 2020. The contract, issued under Supply Arrangement E60PQ-140003/D, is set aside exclusively under the federal government’s Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business and is exempt from international trade agreements under Article 800 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. Suppliers must hold an active supply arrangement, though non-SA holders may qualify by initiating the SA process via RFSA E60PQ-140003/D; however, award will not be delayed pending SA issuance. The solicitation requires offers to be submitted in three distinct sections—Technical, Financial, and Offer Submission Forms—with mandatory compliance as a pass/fail gate before price evaluation. The award basis is lowest evaluated price meeting all technical requirements, with pricing evaluated in Canadian dollars excluding applicable taxes but including delivery, customs duties, and excise taxes. Evaluation includes strict adherence to specifications, including packaging, labeling, and shipment documentation as defined in the contract annexes. Installation services encompass unpacking, inspection for shipping damage, installation per manufacturer guidelines, minor repairs, touch-ups, and cleanup. Security requirements mandate personnel screening at Reliability Status, Confidential, or Top Secret-SIGNIT levels, with site access details and security statuses submitted within strict timelines. Contractors must comply with Canada’s Code of Conduct, environmental and employment equity standards, and prohibitions against forced labor or human trafficking. Invoicing must be submitted post-completion of work, contain exhaustive details including financial codes, CRN, PBN, and tax registration numbers, and be sent to the designated address for payment via direct deposit within 30 days of receipt of a conforming invoice. Late payments incur interest at the Average Rate plus 3 percent annually. Contractors are required to maintain detailed, machine-readable accounting records for audit and must