ACCESSIBILITY TESTING

Location: Federal
Posted: Jan 2, 2026
Due: Jan 19, 2026
Agency: Government of Canada
Type of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • Q - Medical Services
Solicitation No: 30006285B
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Description

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) have a requirement for accessibility User Testing services to meet the Government of Canada accessibility standards, which will allow DFO to enhance the quality of its digital content and products.

To achieve accessibility standards, DFO has determined that conducting accessibility testing services with real users of assistive technology will significantly improve user experience, especially for individuals with disabilities.

2.0 BACKGROUND

The Accessible Canada Act came into effect on June 21st, 2019. DFO has been working to ensure that its digital solutions are accessible and in compliance with the Government of Canada Accessibility Standards. To achieve this goal, the User Experience branch in the Chief Digital Officer Sector has identified the need for accessibility testing services by engaging with persons with disabilities (PwD) to gather their feedback.

3.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

There are no security requirements associated with this requirement.

4.0 PERIOD OF THE PROPOSED CONTRACT

The proposed contract is for a period of one (1) year, from September 8, 2025 to September 7, 2026 with an option to extend the contract for two(2) additional 12 months periods.

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Contract duration

The estimated contract period will be 12 month(s), with a proposed start date of 2026/04/01.

Trade agreements
  • Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA)
  • Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA)
  • Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement
  • Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement
  • Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement
  • Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA)
  • Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Reason for limited tendering

A contracting officer can use limited tendering for specific reasons outlined in the applicable trade agreements. The reason for this contract is described below:

  • None
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