Request for Information - Voice Radio Communication Solution

Saskatchewan Telecommunications

Published: Jul 10, 2026

Updated: Aug 6, 2026

Source: SaskTenders

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology, legal services and governance and public administration sectors. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 14, 2026.

Published through SaskTenders, 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 Request for Information (the “RFI”) is an invitation by SaskTel to qualified suppliers to submit responses for the purposes of gathering information to assist SaskTel in assessing potential future purchasing options and defining requirements for the replacement of its legacy voice radio system with modern solutions. The objective is to gain an understanding of available technologies, vendor capabilities, implementation approaches, and indicative budgetary costs, as further described below (the “Deliverables”).Information provided in response to this RFI may be used by SaskTel to support its procurement planning and decision-making, including determining whether to proceed with a competitive procurement process, engage in further market analysis, or consider alternative procurement approaches.SaskTel currently operates an Exicom/Hawk voice radio communication system that supports operational business units. The existing system is end of life and needs replacement. SaskTel is seeking to understand available solutions that can deliver the following key functionality:Ensure high availability and reliabilitySupport clear and secure voice communicationsProvide coverage across operational areasSupport integration with existing systemsEnable future scalability and technological upgradesComply with regulatory and safety requirements

Participation process: Qualified Suppliers interested in participating in this opportunity must do so via SaskTel’s e-Sourcing tool with Ariba. Suppliers not yet registered with SaskTel’s Ariba domain, must first complete the Self Registration process by clicking on the link provided below. Suppliers not registered and approved with SaskTel’s Ariba e-sourcing tool, will not be able to participate in this opportunity. Note: Suppliers with an active Ariba Commerce Cloud account not previously registered with SaskTel, must ensure they login using their existing Ariba account ID to register with SaskTel as the first step in the registration process. http://sasktel.supplier.ariba.com/register For assistance with the registration process, please use the following link: http://www.sasktel.com/supplierregistration Registered suppliers must contact SaskTel to request access to the event by one of the following methods: 1) Call the SaskTel Procurement Department at (306) 777-4041 OR 2) E-mail SaskTel at [email protected] (Please provide legal company name and names of users (including e-mail) that exist in the Ariba account that specifically need to be invited to this opportunity).

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from SaskTenders and was originally published on July 10, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Saskatchewan Telecommunications

Saskatchewan Telecommunications has issued 22 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Construction & Civil Works, Governance & Public Administration, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via SaskTenders and CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: July 31, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

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

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. You have 8 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Saskatchewan Telecommunications 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.