ScaleUp017 - Occupational Therapist

Reissue of Solicitation This solicitation cancels and supersedes previous solicitation number ScaleUp014 dated 2023/11/23 with a closing of 2024/01/05. A debriefing or feedback session will be provided upon request to bidders who bid on the previous solicitation. Problem Statement Canada lacks Occupational Therapists that can provide ad-hoc, enterprise-wide holistic accommodation support for employees with disabilities and injuries to create a barrier-free and inclusive public service. Webinar A bilingual webinar has been scheduled for February 12th, 2025 at 1:30pm EST to provide clarity for Canada’s requirement and to provide additional information about the procurement and bidding process. Although attendance at the webinar is not mandatory, it is highly recommended that potential bidders attend.Interested bidders should register by contacting the contracting authority no later than February 11th at 1:00PM EST : Kathy.Large@ssc-spc.gc.ca or scaleup-selancer@ssc-spc.gc.ca.Solicitation Documentation The solicitation package includes 6 separate documents in both official languages, as follows:A - ScaleUp Supplemental Instructions – read-only pdf documentB - ScaleUp Solicitation and Bid Form – interactive pdf document (please see instructions below)C- Statement of Challenge– read-only pdf documentD – Application for Registration (AFR) form (PSPC 471-E) E - Resulting Contract – read-only pdf document and includes the Security Requirement Checklist (SRCL)ScaleUp has simplified the bidding process through the creation of ScaleUp Solicitation and Bid Form (SSBF), which is made of two parts, the ScaleUp Solicitation (SS) – the document that includes all the information a bidder needs to decide whether to respond to the solicitation – and the ScaleUp Bid Form (SBF) – the simplified bid form that includes the bidder’s information, certifications, and financial bid (if required).Instructions on how to use the SSBF1)The SSBF incorporates special features that are available only in the Adobe PDF format. As such, in order to use it, you will need to follow the following instructions: Ensure that Adobe Reader DC or higher is installed on your computer. Download the form directly to your computer, most often stored in your Downloads folder- The form won’t open on mobile devices (iPads, tablets, mobile                                               phones, etc.); Ensure Adobe Reader is the program that is used to open the form.- If Adobe Reader is not your default PDF reader program, your system may use your Internet browser to try to open it, resulting in error messages or a form malfunction. If you still have issues, read Adobe’s article on how to solve common issues.
2) Read the SSa) The first page you are presented with will give a snapshot of all the key elements of the solicitation (description, value, webinar, and other engagement dates etc).3) Respond to bid self-attestations in the SBFa) Once you are ready to respond to the solicitation, you will complete the sections of the SBF to complete your bid. There are several sections to complete, including information about your company and prerequisites. You must meet the prerequisites to submit a bid.b) As you progress with filling in your bid information, if you encounter and areas you are unsure of you can press the HELP icon at the top right of the form to find out more information about the different sections of the form.4) Digitally sign the bid5) Submission of your bida) Be sure to submit the completed (digitally signed) SBF and any other supporting documentation that was requested by the Contracting Authority in the SBF.Security There is a security requirement for this procurement. Please ensure that all forms are completed as soon as possible to ensure timely processing of your clearance and verification.   SSC ScaleUp017 - Occupational Therapist- Amendment 004