GCNS STREAM 5 LDF - ITQ

Shared Services Canada has issued an open Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) for GCNS Stream 5 Leased Dark Fibre (LDF). This process appears intended to identify suppliers that may be permitted to participate in future refreshes of the Government of Canada Network Services Stream 5 Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA). It is not a specific contract award or purchase opportunity at this stage; quantities, contract duration, delivery timelines, and some participation conditions are expected to be determined in later solicitations. The tender closes September 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. It is associated with Canada/Ottawa, Ontario, and is listed under services. Rogers, Zayo Canada Inc., and Videotron are identified as previously qualified suppliers and are not required to respond to this ITQ. A telecommunications provider with relevant leased dark-fibre capabilities may potentially find this opportunity relevant, but the available summary does not establish eligibility or qualification. Review the complete ITQ and Amendment 003 documents carefully, including submission instructions, mandatory requirements, security and technical conditions, and any applicable deadlines. Verify all details in the official tender notice and downloaded documents before preparing or submitting a response.

• check_circleSubmit a response to the ITQ by September 18, 2026 at 14:00:00, based on the applicable time zone and submission instructions in the official tender documents.
• check_circleThe purpose of the response is to qualify as a respondent for Government of Canada Network Services (GCNS) Stream 5 Leased Dark Fibre (LDF).
• check_circleA respondent that becomes a Qualified Respondent may participate in future refreshes of the GCNS Stream 5 LDF Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA), subject to the ITQ terms and conditions.
• check_circleReview and comply with the requirements, terms, conditions, and submission instructions in all four linked tender documents, including Amendment 003 where applicable.