Invitation to Qualify – Standing Offer for Public Order (Level IV) Riot Shields

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) requires a Contractor to provide Public Order (Level IV) Riot Shields on an “as and when requested” basis.The Invitation to Qualify is Phase One of a two-phased procurement process with the intent of issuing a Standing Offer for one (1) year from the date of award with an irrevocable option to extend for up to four (4) additional one-year periods. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible.Basis of selection: Phase 1 – prequalification, Phase 2 - Lowest CostResponses must be submitted via email to: Brianne.Leach@rcmp-grc.gc.caRefer to the attached 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: Brianne Leach, RCMP, Procurement and Contracting73 Leikin Drive, Ottawa, ON K1A 0R2Brianne.Leach@rcmp-grc.gc.caThe 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.Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at http://www.buyandsell.gc.ca/tenders. Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, bid solicitation or related documentation would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will post all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, using GETS. It is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to regularly consult GETS for the most up-to-date information. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party.