Forensic Light Source

This bid solicitation cancels and supersedes previous bid solicitation number 202404034 dated June 26, 2024 with a closing of July 26, 2024 at 11:00. A debriefing or feedback session will be provided upon request to bidders/offerors/suppliers who bid on the previous solicitation.

Description:

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Central Region Forensic Identification Services has a requirement for two Forensic Light Source devices to examine crime scenes and exhibits. These light sources, known as forensic or alternate light sources, can provide light in specific wavelengths or bands of wavelengths, revealing evidence that would otherwise not be located.

All the deliverables must be received on or before March 31, 2025.

Basis of selection: A bid must comply with the requirements of the bid solicitation and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be declared responsive. The responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for award of a contract.

Tenders must be submitted to the RCMP Bid Receiving Unit at: sara.mihalj@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Refer to the attached tender documents to obtain further information.

Canada retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

Procuring Office:
Sara Mihalj, Acting Procurement Specialist
Royal Canadian Mounted Police, O Division
130 Dufferin Ave. 7th Fl., London, ON N6A 5R2
519-640-7394
Sara.Mihalj@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

The RCMP has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in RCMP contracting activities as outlined in this solicitation.
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