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Provision of Tier 3 IM/IT Research and Advisory Services to enable the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

Prestation de services de recherche et de consultation de niveau 3 en gestion de l'information et en technologies de l'information afin de soutenir les Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (IRSC).

Description

20252361/A Provision of Tier 3 IM/IT Research and Advisory Services to enable the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). This request for proposals is only open to suppliers holding a supply arrangement under EN578-260567 – IT/GI Research and Advisory Services. LIST OF SUPPLIERS The requirement described in this solicitation of offers is open to pre-qualified offerors for the Supply Arrangement for IM/IT Research and Advisory Services. • Forrester Research • Info-Tech Research Group Inc. • Gartner Canada Co. REQUIREMENT The Canadian Institutes of Health Research requires IM/IT Research and Advisory Services to enhance their decision-making capabilities, operational strategies, and project implementations. The work involves delivering analysis and consultations, addressing the distinct needs of executives \ operational teams (Tier 3). PERIOD OF CONTRACT / DELIVERY DATE The Work is to be performed during the period of March 30, 2026 to March 29, 2027. ENQUIRIES All enquiries of a technical and contractual nature are to be submitted to the Contracting Authority. Enquiries regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing (procurement-approvisionnements@cihr-irsc.gc.ca) and should be received no later than 3 business days prior to the date set for solicitation closing to allow sufficient time to provide a response. Enquiries received after that time may result in an answer NOT being provided. INFORMATION The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. Canadian Institutes of Health Research has made every effort to provide equivalent documents in both official languages, however, if you find any discrepancies between the English and French documents, please notify the contract officer listed in this opportunity as soon as possible so that we can rectify the situation. CONCERNS The Office of the Procurement Ombudsman (OPO) was established by the Government of Canada to provide an impartial, independent venue for Canadian bidders to raise complaints regarding the award of certain federal contracts under $33,400 for goods and $133,800 for services. If you have concerns regarding the award of a federal contract below these dollar amounts, you may contact the OPO by e-mail at boa.opo@boa-opo.gc.ca, by telephone at 1-866-734-5169, or by web at www.opo-boa.gc.ca. For more information on OPO’s services or to determine if your concerns are within the Ombud’s mandate, please see the Procurement Ombudsman Regulations or visit the Office of the Procurement Ombud website.

Quick Summary

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is seeking Tier 3 IM/IT Research and Advisory Services to support their decision-making, operational strategies, and project implementations. This opportunity is open only to pre-qualified suppliers holding a specific supply arrangement, including firms like Forrester Research and Gartner Canada Co. The contract period runs from March 30, 2026, to March 29, 2027.

Ideal For

Companies specializing in high-level IT research and advisory services with existing supply arrangements with the Canadian government should bid.

Information Technology ResearchIT Advisory ServicesHealth Research ITStrategic IT ConsultingGovernment IT Services
High complexity

Tender Details

Reference Number
cb-858-99402649
Solicitation Number
20252361/A
Publication Date
Mar 3, 2026
Closing Date
Mar 25, 2026
Expected Start
Mar 30, 2026
Expected End
Mar 30, 2027
Procurement Method
Competitive - Selective tendering
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Notice Type
RFP against Supply Arrangement

Classification

UNSPSC Code
80101507; 80161604
UNSPSC Description
Information technology consultation services; Information technology IT management services

Contracting Entity

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

234 Laurier Ave West

Ottawa, ON

Regions of Delivery

National Capital Region (NCR)