Alberta Purchasing #AB-2026-05154

Security Compliance Advisory Services for Canadian AI Computing Platform

The University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering is seeking a qualified supplier to provide security compliance and certification advisory services for its Canadian AI computing platform, which manages regulated data. - Government Buyer: - University of Alberta, Faculty of Engineering - Scope of Services: - Advisory services to support a three-year compliance maturity program - Guidance for achieving certifications aligned with Canadian federal and industry standards - Frameworks include: - SOC 2 (Type 1 and 2) - Protected B (Government of Canada) - CPCSC Levels (Government of Canada) - ISO 27001 - NIST CSF - Other relevant certifications - Vendor must have experience with at least two of the listed frameworks - Services include compliance gap assessment, remediation guidance, and audit preparation - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique Requirements: - Structured, progressive compliance program over three years - Support for external audit readiness across multiple compliance tiers

Description

The University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering seeks a qualified supplier to provide security compliance advisory services over three years for a Canadian AI computing platform handling regulated data. The vendor will guide the platform through a structured compliance maturity program aligned with Canadian federal and industry standards, including SOC 2, Protected B, CPCSC Levels, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF. The role involves assessing gaps, guiding remediation, and preparing for external audits across three progressive compliance tiers. Proponents must demonstrate experience with at least two compliance frameworks. The engagement aims to make the platform audit-ready for these certifications.

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