197343 - ON-0002246 - Notice of Intent to Award Contracts

Notice is hereby given by BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA), of its intent to directly award service agreements to Corus Entertainment and Lamar Advertising Company for the delivery of the following services:

• Production, delivery, and advertising for consumer awareness and education campaigns

The term of the agreement is expected to be one (1) year.

In accordance with applicable trade agreements, BCFSA, has chosen not to proceed with a competitive process for the following reason:

• the goods or services can be supplied only by the selected supplier/s and no alternative or substitute exists who is able to meet or exceed the specific requirements of the engagement.

Vendors wishing to object to this decision should contact Peter Mountstevens, Manager, Procurement, BC Financial Services Authority by email or before 2:00pm local time (PST) on May 23, 2024, detailing specific reasons for their objections, proof of their capacity and capability as well as proven record for supplying comparable services to the target audience or greater. A Vendor's proof of ability to offer services resulting in the same or better solutions in the same time frame at the same or lower cost will be the key criterion with regard to the consideration of Vendor objections. Please Reference File: # ON-0002246 on all written correspondence.