Online Standards Access Services

This tender, initiated by the Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST), pertains to services providing access to online standards. The services are categorized under S4 - Traitement de l’information et services de télécommunications connexes (Information processing and related telecommunications services), with a specific focus on 'Systèmes de recherche d’information sur bases de données en ligne' (Online database information retrieval systems). The procurement method is a 'Contrat de gré à gré' (negotiated contract). The rationale provided is 'Article14 - Contrat dont le montant est inférieur au seuil d’appel d’offres public' (Article 14 - Contract with an amount below the public tender threshold), indicating that this is a smaller value contract that does not require a full public tender process. The CNESST requires access to a database or platform that provides up-to-date standards, likely related to workplace health and safety, labor equity, and labor standards, which are within its mandate. This service is crucial for the commission to ensure compliance and provide accurate information and guidance. The contract will facilitate efficient access to essential regulatory and technical standards for the commission's operations and decision-making processes.

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and legal services sectors, with a focus on Internet and Legal Aid. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, 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. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.