Opportunity
Ontario Tenders #tender_22090
RFI for Public Safety Broadband Network Solutions for Canadian Provinces
Posted
October 23, 2023
Respond By
September 18, 2026
Identifier
tender_22090
NAICS
517810, 334220, 334290
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 and future implementation of a Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN) for Canadian provinces. - Government Buyer: - Government of Ontario (lead agency) - Collaboration with Alberta and British Columbia - Scope of RFI: - Seeks market input from vendors and OEMs on telecommunications solutions for public safety broadband - Focuses on enhancing user experience, network hardening, coverage, interoperability, and secure communications for first responders - Product and Service Categories: - Personal communication devices - Digital mobile network infrastructure - Ammunition handling systems, arms and accessories - Infrared sensors, crowd control, 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/prison systems, security systems services, marine security services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to all relevant manufacturers and solution providers - Products/Services Requested: - No part numbers or quantities specified; respondents are encouraged to propose innovative, advanced telecommunications solutions - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on current and emerging technologies - Solutions must support public safety agencies and first responders - Focus on interoperability, secure communications, and network resilience - Respondents should address coverage, efficiencies, and user experience improvements - Notable: - RFI is for information gathering only; no immediate procurement or award - Opportunity is open to a wide range of technology and service providers
Description
This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather market input to support planning for the implementation of a Public Safety Broadband Network (PSBN). Issued by a coalition of provinces including Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia, it seeks to understand current capabilities, technologies, service models, and approaches available in the marketplace. Respondents may propose innovative telecommunications solutions leveraging current and emerging technologies to enhance the future PSBN, focusing on improved user experience, network hardening, efficiencies, coverage, interoperability, and secure communications. Responses are requested by the specified response date through the provided link.