RFI Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS)

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Published: Jul 16, 2026

Updated: Jul 17, 2026

Source: CanadaBuys - Government of Canada

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Maritime and Traffic Management. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before October 2, 2026.

Published through CanadaBuys - Government of Canada, 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

The project will replace the current VTMIS with a modernized system. The new VTMIS will address these identified gaps or issues and improve CCG services in the following ways:1) Improve maritime traffic monitoring by leveraging rule-based automatic alerts and risk analysis tools to assist the MCTS officers in anticipating and mitigating risks;2) Enable an integrated image, showing both vessel traffic and waterways conditions, such as geographical features, ice conditions, meteorological information and data from other sources, if relevant; and,3) Harmonize vessel traffic services delivery with e-Navigation and the adoption of international standards from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO).. UNSPSC: *Communications Devices and Accessories (*43190000). Method: Competitive - Open bidding. Selection: Not applicable. Trade Agreements: *North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from CanadaBuys - Government of Canada and was originally published on July 16, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) has issued 1,409 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 351 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Trade & Commerce, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: July 16, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

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?

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. You have 77 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.