Opportunity
Quebec SEAO #11190
Qualification of Specialized Internet Service Providers for Government of Quebec
Posted
October 29, 2025
Respond By
December 22, 2025
Identifier
11190
NAICS
517919, 517911
This opportunity seeks to qualify specialized Internet service providers for government use across Quebec: - Government Buyer: - Ministère de la Cybersécurité et du Numérique (Government of Quebec) - Direction générale des services contractuels - Products/Services Requested: - Qualification of providers for specialized Internet services - Coverage required for multiple Quebec regions, including Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Capitale-Nationale, Mauricie, Estrie, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, and Centre-du-Québec - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named in the notice - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Providers must demonstrate compliance with legal, licensing, and security standards (ISO/IEC 27001 or SOC 2 Type II) - Only qualified providers will be eligible for future contracts - Qualification list valid for at least 60 months, with annual renewals - The process is currently suspended until January 20, 2026 - Registration and adherence to participation procedures are required - Classification: - UNSPSC code 43220000 (Data voice or multimedia network equipment or platforms and accessories) - Category G8 (Hardware and Software)
Description
This is a Request for Qualification issued by the Ministère de la Cybersécurité et du Numérique for providers of specialized Internet services across multiple regions in Quebec. The purpose is to establish a list of qualified providers who meet specific legal, licensing, and security requirements, including compliance with standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 or SOC 2 Type II. The qualification list will be valid for a minimum of 60 months and renewed annually. The process is currently suspended with a suspension until January 20, 2026, and interested providers must follow registration and participation procedures.