Opportunity
Ontario Tenders #tender_21833
Ontario Solicitor General Seeks Offender Telephone Management System Solutions Information
Posted
June 04, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
tender_21833
NAICS
517410, 517810
The Ontario Solicitor General is seeking information from the market regarding Offender Telephone Management System (OTMS) solutions for use in adult correctional institutions and other secure environments. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario - Requested Solutions: - Offender Telephone Management System (OTMS) or comparable business solutions - Intended for use in adult correctional institutes, secure immigration detention, youth custodial settings, and secure mental health institutions - Key Requirements: - Providers should present current and emerging OTMS capabilities - Detailed cost breakdowns for providing telephone management services - Information to inform future procurement strategy, technical requirements, and risk considerations - Open to telecommunication and communication service providers - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Products/Services: - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities listed - Unique Aspects: - Early market engagement to shape future procurement - Emphasis on dialogue with providers to refine requirements and confirm market interest
Description
The Ministry is seeking information from telecommunication and communication service providers that may offer services for inmates at adult correctional institutes or similar groups such as secured immigration detainees, minors in custodial settings, or patients under mental health legislation in secure institutions. The information collected aims to understand current and emerging capabilities and associated costs. This early market engagement is intended to inform the future Offender Telephone Management System procurement strategy, technical requirements, commercial approach, and risk considerations. The exercise allows participants to present their solutions, understand Ministry requirements, and engage in dialogue to refine these requirements and confirm interest in addressing them.