# 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.

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