CanadaBuys #1000515768

CRA Professional Services Supply Chain RFP: IT & Non-IT Consulting Across Five Streams

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is seeking qualified Canadian suppliers to provide professional consulting services for IT and non-IT supply chain needs across five distinct streams. - Government Buyer: - Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), primarily the Information Technology Branch in the National Capital Region - Scope of Services: - Application Development Services: Includes roles such as Artificial Intelligence Developer, Business Intelligence Specialist, Data Modeller, Database Administrator, Quality Assurance Specialist, System Analyst, and System/Programmer Analyst - IT Oversight/Project Management Services: Includes Business Transformation Specialist, Cloud Architect, Cloud Big Data Architect, IT Project Manager, Information Technology Architect, Project Office/Support Specialist, Technical Writer - Cyber Protection Services: Includes Cloud Security Architect, Cloud Security Assessment Authorization Specialist, Cloud Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, Security Specialist - SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Services: Includes SAP Architect, SAP Basis Engineer Specialist, SAP Functional Specialist, SAP Security Specialist - Administrative/Non-IT Services: Includes ATIP Consultant, Business Analyst (non-IT), Change Management Consultant, Project Coordinator, Project Manager (non-IT) - Minimum Billable Hours: - Each consultant category has specified minimum billable hours, e.g., 2,000 for AI Developer, 50,000 for System Analyst, 20,000 for SAP Architect, 7,500 for ATIP Consultant - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must supply consultants for every category and level within the five streams - Security requirements and employment equity compliance are mandatory - Restricted to Canadian suppliers and eligible trading partners; prioritization of Canadian content and Indigenous participation - Accessibility compliance is required - Work may be performed remotely or in-person, supporting multiple CRA branches - Contract Details: - Initial contract duration is 24 months, with options to extend up to three additional years - Payment is based on actual time worked at firm hourly rates, with annual rate adjustments during option periods - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; the procurement is focused on professional services and consulting roles

Description

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure professional services under the Professional Services Supply Chain (PSSC). The PSSC encompasses IT and non-IT professional services across five streams: Application Development, IT Oversight/Project Management, Cyber Protection, SAP ERP, and Administrative/Non-IT Services. Bidders must supply consultants for all categories and levels, with contracts awarded to the top five bidders for subsequent competitions. The contract duration is 24 months starting April 1, 2027, with options to extend up to three additional one-year periods. The procurement is open only to Canadian suppliers and eligible trading partners, with security requirements and prioritization of Canadian content.

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