A government agency in Ontario issued “Boardroom Audio Visual Refresh Services” (RFP). Solicitation AVEQ-0143 closed on December 4, 2025. Eligibility: Only for Canada Organization.
The vendor required to provide boardroom audio visual (AV) systems across its facilities project will upgrade a mix of projector-based rooms and microsoft teams room (MTR) solutions using Crestron-certified hardware.
- Total rooms in scope: 45 boardrooms
• 28 boardrooms – remain projector-only setups
• 17 staff use boardrooms – upgraded to full MTR solutions
- Objectives
• Modernize audio visual (AV) presentation systems across designated boardrooms.
• Enhance collaboration and communication by providing reliable, user-friendly av and MTR technology.
• To standardize av solutions, ensure consistency in hardware models, configurations, and user experience across all sites.
• Provide a scalable solution that supports current and future organizational needs.
• Deliver solutions that are secure, supportable, and aligned with IT best practices.
• Provide seamless teams and zoom integration for hybrid collaboration.
• Designed for routine maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, loading hardware and software revisions, patches, can be performed remotely
• Reduce administration and maintenance costs.
• Replace outdated equipment that can no longer be adequately serviced.
- Requirements
• Design and planning: conducting site validation, finalizing designs, and preparing detailed implementation plans.
• Hardware supply and replacement:
o Supplying all required MTR, av, Crestron, and supporting infrastructure components.
o Replacing all aging av hardware to ensure reliability and standardization.
o Reusing existing HDMI cabling where possible; replacement will only occur where required due to condition, compatibility, or performance issues.
• Implementation and integration: installing, configuring, and integrating systems with microsoft teams and Crestron XIO cloud
• Testing and validation: ensuring all systems function as intended, including UC hardware, displays, projectors, control panels, scheduling panel, sound bars, and XIO cloud services.
• Training and documentation: delivering training sessions for end users and IT staff, providing user cheat sheets, and transferring all administrative knowledge and system documentation.
• Disposal and decommissioning: removing and responsibly disposing of all obsolete av hardware and associated packing materials in compliance with environmental and e-waste regulations, including providing an inventory of all decommissioned equipment prior to disposal.
• Support and maintenance: providing ongoing support and maintenance for a minimum period of six (6) years, including spare hardware, on-site support where necessary, and regular system updates.
- A total of 45 boardrooms will be included in this project:
• 28-rooms will continue to operate as projector-only setups, utilizing existing projection screens and HDMI cabling;
• 1-shared boardroom, used by both staff and the public, will be configured with an MTR solution using a projector setup.
• The MTR hardware will be installed either under the table or in a corner of the room, ensuring accessibility and minimal visual impact, with a wall mounted control panel for room operation;
• 11-staff boardrooms will be upgraded to microsoft teams’ rooms (MTR) configurations with new display screens;
• 1-large staff boardrooms will be equipped with Crestron all-in-one video bar system featuring integrated audio, video, and content-sharing functionality to microsoft teams’ rooms (MTR) configurations with new 98” display screens;
• 2-small staff boardrooms will utilize existing 75" display screens (no replacement required); however, they will be equipped with new MTR hardware and a mounting enclosure for integration and aesthetic consistency;
• 2-large staff boardrooms will utilize existing 98-inch display screens (no replacement required); however, they will be equipped with Crestron all-in-one video bar system featuring integrated audio, video, and content-sharing functionality along with wall mounted control panel;
• All 17 (MTR) boardrooms will include occupancy sensors as part of the standard installation;
• 12-microsoft teams’ rooms (MTR) boardrooms will include scheduling panels mounted outside each meeting space for room booking and occupancy visibility.
- Contract Period/Term: 6 years
- Site Meeting (Non-Mandatory) Date: November 20, 2025
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: November 25, 2025
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No. This opportunity (AVEQ-0143) closed on December 4, 2025. See similar open RFPs below.
A government agency in Ontario. The buyer's contact and submission details are in the solicitation documents.
Only for Canada Organization.
Contract term: 6 years.
Yes: Non-mandatory on November 20, 2025.
Questions and inquiries must be submitted by November 25, 2025.
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