Financial Consumer Agency of Canada - SBIPS Professional Cyber Security Evaluation Services - RFP 20261288, 2026
Canada PostFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Duration
- 5 months
- Primary contact
- Pavlo Kyryakov
- (613) 290-2003
The 30-second brief
The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) is seeking professional cybersecurity evaluation services under the Solution-Based Informatics Professional Services (SBIPS) Supply Arrangement EN537-05IT01/XXX/EI. The project involves an enterprise-level assessment of FCAC's cybersecurity posture, including an internal evaluation of IT security controls using ITSG-33 Annex 3A and a harmonized threat and risk assessment methodology, evidence collection, gap analysis, and residual risk determination. A separate National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 report is required for executive-level presentation. The competitive selective tendering process closes on 2026-11-05 and has an estimated contract duration of 5 months.
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
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Summary
The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) is seeking professional cybersecurity evaluation services under the Solution-Based Informatics Professional Services (SBIPS) Supply Arrangement EN537-05IT01/XXX/EI. The project involves an enterprise-level assessment of FCAC's cybersecurity posture, including an internal evaluation of IT security controls using ITSG-33 Annex 3A and a harmonized threat and risk assessment methodology, evidence collection, gap analysis, and residual risk determination.
A separate National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 report is required for executive-level presentation. The competitive selective tendering process closes on 2026-11-05 and has an estimated contract duration of 5 months.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
- Submit to
- https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-497-23106088
- Scope location
- Ottawa, ON
- Reported agency
- Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
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 5, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-497-23106088. For questions, contact Pavlo Kyryakov.
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?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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 Pavlo Kyryakov at (613) 290-2003. 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.
Where can I find more RFPs from Canada Post?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Canada Post for the complete list.
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.