Ruggedized travel backpacks with foam inserts for the transport of Information Management/ Information Technology (IM/IT) equipment for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Deployable Networks

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENTRuggedized travel backpacks with foam inserts for the transport of Information Management/ Information Technology (IM/IT) equipment for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Deployable Networks.The Department of National Defence (DND) 7 Comm Group, J6 Deployed Services Section requires a multi-year contract, providing ruggedized travel backpacks with foam inserts.The resulting contract will include initial deliverables, and optional deliverables for a period until 31 March 2025.The initial and optional deliverables are estimated as follows: Initial DeliverablesItem - Quantity 1. Ruggedized travel backpack - Qty 602. Foam Insert Type 1 - Qty 603. Foam Insert Type 2 - Qty 604. Foam Insert Type 3 - Qty 60Optional Deliverables, Option Year OneItem - Quantity 1. Ruggedized travel backpack - Qty 602. Foam Insert Type 1 - Qty 603. Foam Insert Type 2 - Qty 604. Foam Insert Type 3 - Qty 60Optional Deliverables, Option Year twoItem Quantity 1. Ruggedized travel backpack - Qty 602. Foam Insert Type 1 - Qty 603. Foam Insert Type 2 - Qty 604. Foam Insert Type 3 - Qty 60Tendering procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid.Nature of Requirement: The 7 Communication Group (7 Comm Group), J6 Deployed Services Section (J6 DSS) of DND is the design authority for CAF deployed networks. The systems are designed to be deployable by military and civilian transport and must be compliant with commercial aviation standards for checked baggage. The ruggedized travel backpacks including foam inserts will be used to securely transport IT equipment deployed aboard both military and commercial vessels, under canvas and in hotel environments.The requirement in its entirety, is detailed within the RFP at Annex A Requirement.Delivery Date: 31 March 2023Competitive Procurement Strategy: A bid must comply with the requirements of the bid solicitation and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be declared responsive. The responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for award of a contract.Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: This procurement is not subject to a Comprehensive Land Claims Agreement.Security Requirements: This contract does not include security requirements.File Number: W8474-238300/BThe Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.