CanadaBuys #2027-00562 SG

University of Waterloo Solicits Portable CCTV Devices for Visually Impaired Users

The University of Waterloo is seeking suppliers for portable CCTV optical enlargement devices to support visually impaired users in Ontario. - Government Buyer: - University of Waterloo - Sight Enhancement Equipment Pool and Assessment Centre (SEEPAC) - For use in the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP) - Products/Services Requested: - Portable video-based CCTV equipment designed as reading devices for individuals with visual impairments - Devices must be purpose-built as assistive technology for this function - No specific part numbers, models, or brands are specified - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only devices specifically designed as assistive reading devices for the visually impaired are eligible - Equipment will be leased to eligible Ontario residents through the ADP SEEPAC program - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract Duration: - Estimated at 13 months

Description

The University of Waterloo Sight Enhancement Equipment Pool and Assessment Centre (SEEPAC) is seeking bids on portable video-based closed-circuit television (CCTV) equipment designed specifically as a reading device for persons with visual impairments. The equipment must be specially designed as an assistive device for this function to be eligible. The purchased equipment will be used in the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP) Sight Enhancement Equipment Pool (SEEPAC) for lease to eligible Ontario residents. The contract duration is estimated to be 13 months, starting from November 10, 2026.

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