# CanadaBuys #tender_22123

Ontario seeks IBM Client Value Acceleration Program services

**Posted:** September 28, 2026
**Respond By:** October 28, 2026
**Identifier:** tender_22123
**NAICS:** 541519

Ontario is seeking services to support participation in IBM’s Client Value Acceleration Program.
- **Government buyer:** Government of Ontario, Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, Infrastructure Technology and Operations Division (ITOD).
- **OEM:** **IBM** is the named OEM and provider of the Client Value Acceleration (CVA) Program.
- **Requested service:** IBM CVA Program services to support operational and business continuity for Government of Ontario technology services.
- **Notable requirements:** The program allows participating clients to report their IBM software use independently and remain exempt from IBM software license verification audits while active. Bidders must be IBM-authorized SAM Providers.
- **Products and quantities:** No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed.

### Description

The Ministry intends to issue a Request for Bids to procure Client Value Acceleration (CVA) Program services for operational and business continuity. The program allows clients contracting with an IBM Authorized SAM Provider to independently report their IBM software use and be exempt from audits while active participants. Bidders must be an IBM authorized SAM Provider. The estimated contract period is 24 months.

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