This contract awards the City of Vancouver a one‑year renewal of digital credential infrastructure support to Northern Block Inc. The work continues the existing licence and professional‑services arrangement, focusing on three core areas: a planned credential launch, migration of the platform, and ongoing ecosystem growth. The contract is valued at approximately $45,000 CAD and is issued as a direct award (NOITC) based on Service BC’s confirmation that the BC Services Card app will be the sole digital wallet for British Columbians.
• Scope: Continue and enhance digital credential infrastructure (launch, migration, ecosystem support).
• Value: Roughly $45,000 CAD (lump‑sum).
• Procurement type: Direct award (sole‑source) via Notice of Intent to Contract.
• Timeline: Notice opened 19 May 2026, sealed‑until 2 June 2026; contract term 1 year.
• Vendor: Northern Block Inc., the incumbent provider since 2023.