Tenders/Procurement of a Specialized Book Scanner for the Archives and Privacy Division

Procurement of a Specialized Book Scanner for the Archives and Privacy Division

Government of Ontario

Published: Nov 5, 2026

Updated: Nov 5, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Software and Hardware. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Ontario Tenders Portal, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender, originating from Canada and managed through ontario_jaggaer, is for the procurement of a specialized book scanner for the Archives and Privacy Division. The contracting authority requires advanced scanning technology designed for the careful and high-quality digitization of archival documents, specifically books. The objective is to preserve historical records, improve accessibility, and facilitate digital management of the collection. The specialized nature of the scanner implies a need for features such as gentle handling of delicate materials, high-resolution imaging, accurate color reproduction, and potentially features for automatic page turning or de-skewing. Bidders must provide detailed technical specifications of the proposed book scanners, including scanning speed, resolution capabilities, supported media types, software features for image processing and metadata management, and compatibility with archival standards. Evaluation will likely focus on the scanner's suitability for archival work, image quality, operational efficiency, reliability, and the vendor's support and training services. This acquisition aims to enhance the preservation and accessibility of critical archival holdings.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Ontario Tenders Portal and was originally published on November 5, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Government of Ontario

Government of Ontario has issued 470 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 79 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via Ontario Tenders Portal. Most recent publication: November 5, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Government of Ontario in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Ontario Tenders Portal to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.