TBIPS - B.12 Network Support Specialist – Level 1

The Department of National Defence (DND) has issued a solicitation under the Task Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS) framework for two junior Network Support Specialist resources (Level 1). These resources will support the AFEC IT PMO at Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, assisting the Technical Authority with the delivery and support of the overall IT infrastructure framework for the AFEC project. The work is required to be performed entirely on-site. The estimated level of effort is 152 days per resource, with a proposed contract period running from the date of award until March 31, 2027, including one optional two-month extension. Both the corporation and the proposed resources must meet a minimum Reliability security clearance requirement. Qualified TBIPS Supply Arrangement holders under Tier 1, category B.12, are invited to submit proposals. The evaluation process includes a review of corporate mandatory technical criteria and a resource assessment based on a specific response table. Financial proposals must be submitted using a single per diem rate for each resource as outlined in the basis of payment. Required submission documents include the Bid Submission Form, Corporate Mandatory Technical Criteria, Electronic Payment Instruments, and a Certificate of Independent Bid Determination, along with various appendices regarding resource disclosure and financial information. The bid closing deadline has been extended to September 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.