R749.1 - Review of the most current risk information related to exposure of embryos and fetuses to ionizing radiation

NATURE OF REQUIREMENTS The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) is seeking bids from qualified suppliers to supply professional services in order to compile, and document up-to-date information regarding the risks to an embryo and fetus from in utero exposure to ionizing radiation, with a particular emphasis on reviewing and updating the risk information elaborated in INFO-0700, Dose Limits for Pregnant Workers, Rationale for the Limits in the Radiation Protection Regulations (https://publications.gc.ca/Collection/CC172-15-1999E.pdf). The scope of work is to perform a review of the risk information elaborated in INFO-0700, with the intent of confirming and where necessary, updating the information to reflect the current scientific understanding of risks to the embryo and fetus from in utero exposure to ionizing radiation. The outcome of this review will be used by the CNSC for future regulatory analyses. A complete description of the work to be performed is provided in Annex A – Statement of Work It is intended to result in the award of one (1) contract for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date of contract award. Interested bidders are required to submit their proposals in accordance with the instructions provided in this RFP. In case of a discrepancy in the terms used in the English and French version of this solicitation, the English version will take precedence. CHANGES TO THE RFP Interested suppliers are strongly advised to click on the “Follow this Notice” link and subscribe to one of the notification methods provided and explained above in order to keep track of all updates to this solicitation and ensure their bids meet with all updated requirements, if any. Canada retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Bids may be submitted in either official language of Canada