Stream 1 -Support Accessibility Standards: Costing and/or feasibility of standards Stream 2 - Support Accessibility Standards: Legal or regulatory constraints/implications/applications

The contract seeks support services related to accessibility standards, specifically focusing on two key areas. The first area involves conducting costing studies and feasibility or technical assessments necessary to inform the development and implementation of accessibility standards under the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). This includes evaluating the financial implications and practicality of proposed standards to ensure their viability. The second area addresses the legal and regulatory dimensions, requiring analysis of constraints, implications, and applications of accessibility standards within the context of varied legal frameworks and jurisdictions across Canada. This will help ensure that the standards comply with relevant laws and regulations while accommodating complex multi-jurisdictional considerations. The contract is issued by the Canadian Accessibility Standards Development Organization under the Government of Canada, with work to be performed primarily in the National Capital Region. The solicitation was posted on January 22, 2026, and interested parties must respond by February 17, 2026. The services requested aim to support the federal government’s commitment to enhancing accessibility through informed, legally sound, and feasible standard-setting processes, contributing to the broader goals of the Accessible Canada Act.