Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-03153
City of Calgary RFI for Ballot Marking Machines for Municipal Elections
Posted
April 21, 2026
Respond By
May 21, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-03153
NAICS
423420, 423440
This opportunity is a Request for Information (RFI) from the City of Calgary seeking input on ballot marking machines for municipal elections. - Government Buyer: - City of Calgary (municipal government office) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in this RFI - Products/Services Requested: - Ballot marking machines that enable voters to mark paper ballots independently, privately, and accurately - No part numbers or specific quantities are provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strong emphasis on accessibility features for all voters - Operational efficiency and ease of use - Robust data security models - The RFI is for market research only and not a competitive solicitation - Purpose: - To gather information on available solutions, capabilities, and cost structures to inform future procurement decisions
Description
The City of Calgary is issuing a Request for Information to gather market insights on ballot marking machines that allow voters to mark paper ballots independently, privately, and accurately using accessible methods. The RFI seeks information on available solutions, core capabilities, accessibility features, operational considerations, data security models, and cost structures. This is an exploratory process and not a competitive solicitation. The information gathered will inform future procurement processes for municipal elections.