Public Safety Broadband Network Request For Information (RFI)

Government of Ontario

Published: Aug 14, 2026

Updated: Aug 16, 2026

Source: ontario_jaggaer

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and security and defense sectors, with a focus on Network Infrastructure. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 18, 2026.

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 services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) originating from Canada, accessible via the Ontario Jaggaer platform, concerning a 'Public Safety Broadband Network'. An RFI is used to gather information and understand the market capabilities related to a specific need, rather than a direct solicitation for a contract. The focus is on a broadband network designed for public safety applications, which implies requirements for high reliability, security, low latency, and robust connectivity for emergency services. Respondents are expected to provide insights into available technologies, potential solutions, industry best practices, and potential challenges in developing or implementing such a network. This could include information on infrastructure, spectrum, network architecture, security protocols, and operational models. The RFI aims to help the procuring entity define future procurement strategies and technical specifications. Companies with expertise in telecommunications, network infrastructure, public safety communications, and related technologies are encouraged to respond. The RFI will outline the specific questions and areas where information is sought, and the expected format for responses.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Ontario Tenders Portal and was originally published on August 14, 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 318 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 55 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via Ontario Tenders Portal. Most recent publication: August 14, 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 Services 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.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 18, 2026. You have 32 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.