Simultaneous Interpretation Services

Solicitation number P2500012/P2500018

Publication date

Closing date and time 2024/07/15 14:00 EDT

Last amendment date


    Description

    Simultaneous Interpretation Services

    This requirement is for: Women and Gender Equality Canada
    The intention of this process is to issue two distinct contracts with two separate suppliers. Once the contracts are issued, the work will be distributed based on the principle of the right of first refusal. The requirement is subject to the provisions of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).

    The following Suppliers have been invited to submit a proposal.
    1. Language Marketplace
    2. UN Language Services
    3. Ubiqus Canada
    4. Cultural Interpretation Services for Our Communities (CISOC)
    5. Lionbridge
    6. Interpretcan
    7. International Conference Interpreters
    8. MCIS Language Solutions
    9. JR Language Translation Services Inc
    10. Translation Conference Interpreters (TCI)
    11. TransLinguist
    12. Hybrid Lynx
    13. True Training
    14. Acolad

    Description of the Requirement:
    Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) is seeking qualified contractors who can provide Simultaneous interpretation for virtual and in-person events and meetings with virtual components to ensure that content is available in Canada’s official languages, English and French.

    Security Requirement:
    There is no security requirement.

    Canadian Content:
    The requirement is limited to Canadian goods and services.

    Applicable Trade Agreements:
    • Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

    Proposed period of contract:
    The proposed period of contract is one year period.

    Option to Extend the Contract:
    The Contractor grants to Canada the irrevocable option to extend the term of the Contract by up to three (3) additional one (1) year period(s) under the same conditions. The Contractor agrees that, during the extended period of the Contract, it will be paid in accordance with the applicable provisions as set out in the Basis of Payment.

    Inquiries
    Inquiries regarding this RFP requirement must be submitted to the Contracting Authority named above. Request for Proposal (RFP) documents will be e-mailed directly from the Contracting Authority to the Identified Suppliers who are being invited to bid on this requirement. BIDDERS ARE ADVISED THAT “CANADA BUYS” IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language.

    Contract duration

    The estimated contract period will be 12 month(s).

    Trade agreements

    • 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
    Contact information

    Contracting organization

    Organization
    Woman and Gender Equality Canada
    Address

    P.O Box 8097, Station T CSC

    Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3H6
    Canada
    Contracting authority
    Sonia Danis
    Phone
    (819) 665-2403
    Email
    FEGC.Contrats-Contracts.WAGE@fegc-wage.gc.ca
    Fax
    N/A
    Bidding details

    Summary information

    Notice type
    Request for Proposal
    Language(s)
    English, French
    Region(s) of delivery
    National Capital Region (NCR)
    Region of opportunity
    Canada
    Contract duration
    12 month(s)
    Procurement method
    Competitive – Open Bidding
    Selection criteria
    Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price