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RFI for Public Safety Broadband Network Solutions for Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia

This opportunity is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Government of Ontario, in partnership with Alberta and British Columbia, to inform the planning of a Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN) for first responders and public safety agencies. - Government Buyer: - Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, Edmonton, Alberta - Collaboration with Ontario and British Columbia - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the RFI - Products/Services Requested: - Innovative telecommunications solutions for PSBN - Categories include: - Personal communication devices - Digital mobile network infrastructure - Ammunition handling systems - Arms and ammunition accessories - Infrared sensors - Crowd control equipment - Security and control equipment - Traffic control, rescue, surveillance, and detection equipment - Management information systems - Cloud-based hardware/software/platform/infrastructure as a service - Fiber telecommunications services - Jail and prison systems - Security systems services - Marine security services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solutions should enhance user experience, network hardening, coverage, interoperability, and secure communications - Respondents are encouraged to propose both current and emerging technologies and service models - Focus on improving reliability and secure communications for public safety agencies

Description

This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather market input to support planning for the implementation of a Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN). It is issued by a coalition of provinces including Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia to understand current capabilities, technologies, service models, and approaches available in the marketplace. The RFI seeks innovative telecommunications solutions leveraging current and emerging technologies to enhance the PSBN's value, including better user experience, hardened network, efficiencies, improved coverage, interoperability, and secure communications. Respondents are requested to submit their responses by September 18, 2026.

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