RFI number 2 for Information Products Commodity[DPI no 2 pour les produits d'information]

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is conducting a follow-up Request for Information (RFI) under solicitation number CW2474502 to gather industry feedback for the development of a procurement strategy regarding Information Products and related services. This consultative process focuses on defining data categories, procurement models for static and outcome-based content, and general terms and conditions, specifically regarding liability and indemnification. The RFI explicitly excludes satellite imagery and seeks to balance technical merit, price, and contractual acceptability. Responses are due by March 31, 2027. Proposed contractual frameworks include a performance management system based on cost, quality, schedule, and management, with a verification period of ten business days for the acceptance of licensed products. Key terms under consideration include a liability cap limited to the contract value of the preceding 12 months and a requirement for content authenticity to ensure human authorship over AI-generated content. The procurement strategy is exploring various award models, including a highest-ranked bidder negotiation process and a scoring system that favors suppliers who accept Canada's contractual framework without amendment. Payment is slated for 30 days following the receipt of an undisputed invoice via electronic instruments.