Opportunity
University of Waterloo Bonfire #RFP# 2027-00619
Indigenous Optometric Care Planning and Service Development
Posted
November 06, 2026
Respond By
December 02, 2026
Identifier
RFP# 2027-00619
NAICS
621320
The University of Waterloo is seeking a provider to plan and develop sustainable optometric care for underserved communities through its School of Optometry & Vision Science and Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI). - Government buyer: University of Waterloo, School of Optometry & Vision Science, through the Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI). - Service requested: Indigenous optometric care planning and service development for remote, rural, Indigenous, and underserved communities. - Key activities: Build community partnerships, implement tele-optometry, create student training opportunities, and deliver culturally responsive care. - Long-term planning: Develop the infrastructure, funding, and governance needed to sustain services. - Performance structure: One-year initial Phase 1, with optional Phase 2 services. - OEMs and vendors: No service provider, OEM, or vendor is named. No product quantities or part numbers are specified.
Description
The University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry & Vision Science, through the Waterloo Eye Institute, seeks a service provider for an initial one-year Phase 1. The work is to develop and grow sustainable eye care services for remote, rural, Indigenous, and underserved communities through community partnerships, tele-optometry, student training opportunities, and culturally responsive care. The provider will also help build the infrastructure, funding, and governance needed for long-term success; Phase 2 services are optional as detailed in the RFP. Proposals must include a Letter of Good Standing for a Doctor of Optometry from the College of Optometrists of Ontario, dated within the last six months.