Department of Public Works and Government Services - Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey - WS5869934399 2026
Canada PostFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Duration
- 36 months
- Primary contact
- Bernice Ayi
The 30-second brief
Department of Public Works and Government Services is seeking proposals for professional survey research and project management services to plan, coordinate, administer, and deliver the Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CSADS). The survey will gather nationally and provincially representative data from at least 36,000 students in Grades 7 to 12 across Canada to support Health Canada's surveillance activities and evidence-based policies and programs related to youth substance use. The requirement is subject to security requirements and includes the possibility of two additional three-year option periods. Solicitation number WS5869934399. Submission deadline is November 13, 2026 at 14:00 EST. Evaluation is based on the Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price.
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
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Summary
Department of Public Works and Government Services is seeking proposals for professional survey research and project management services to plan, coordinate, administer, and deliver the Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CSADS).
The survey will gather nationally and provincially representative data from at least 36,000 students in Grades 7 to 12 across Canada to support Health Canada's surveillance activities and evidence-based policies and programs related to youth substance use. The requirement is subject to security requirements and includes the possibility of two additional three-year option periods. Solicitation number WS5869934399. Submission deadline is November 13, 2026 at 14:00 EST. Evaluation is based on the Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
- Submit to
- https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/ws5869934399-doc5885635305
- Scope location
- Ottawa, ON
- Reported agency
- Department of Public Works and Government Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Canada Post?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/ws5869934399-doc5885635305. For questions, contact Bernice Ayi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Canada Post in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Bernice Ayi. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 36 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ottawa, ON. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.