CanadaBuys #2027-00560 SG

Procurement of Desktop CCTV Optical Enlargement Devices for Visually Impaired Users

This opportunity is issued by the University of Waterloo Sight Enhancement Equipment Pool and Assessment Centre (SEEPAC) for the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Assistive Devices Program (ADP): - Government Buyer: - University of Waterloo, SEEPAC, under the Ontario Ministry of Health’s ADP - Products/Services Requested: - Desktop video-based closed-circuit television (CCTV) optical enlargement devices - Must be purpose-built as assistive reading devices for visually impaired users - Only equipment specifically designed for this function is eligible - Devices will be used in SEEPAC’s equipment pool for lease to eligible Ontario residents - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Devices must be designed specifically for assistive reading for the visually impaired - General-purpose or non-specialized equipment will not be considered - Open competitive bidding process - Contract Details: - Estimated duration is 13 months - No mention of option years or annual subscription

Description

The University of Waterloo Sight Enhancement Equipment Pool and Assessment Centre (SEEPAC) is seeking bids for desktop video-based closed-circuit television (CCTV) equipment designed specifically as a reading device for individuals with visual impairments. The equipment must be specially designed as an assistive device for this purpose and 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. The procurement method is competitive open bidding.

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