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Network Access Control

Issued by University of Saskatchewan · via SaskTenders — Government of Saskatchewan public tenders

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Published
28 Sept 2026
Closes
16 Oct 2026, 20:00 UTC
Reference
RFP57408-002
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Sector
Defence & Security

Details

The Canadian Light Source (CLS) operates a diverse network that includes managed computers, scientific instruments, building control systems, and devices used by visiting researchers. Currently, any device can connect to the network without authentication or authorization, creating potential security risks. To address this, CLS plans to implement a Network Access Control (NAC) solution that will authenticate and authorize all devices before granting network access, enforce security policies, segment network traffic, and provide real-time visibility of connected devices. This initiative supports CLS's broader cybersecurity strategy and compliance requirements. The document outlines the technical, functional, and operational requirements for the NAC solution and serves as a guide for its selection, deployment, management, and implementation.

Organization: University of Saskatchewan

Competition number: RFP57408-002

Competition type: RFP

Agreement type: NWPTA and CFTA and CETA

Public opening: No

Context for bidders

We hold 5 notices from University of Saskatchewan, going back to September 2026 — 5 of them still open. They buy mostly in Education & Training, Agriculture & Food and Defence & Security. There are 53 open Defence & Security tenders in Canada. This one closes in 18 days.

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