RFSA Translation Services - Translation Bureau
Summary of RFSA Translation Services - Translation Bureau Purpose: The main purpose of this Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) is to establish a directory of qualified suppliers of translation services for the Translation Bureau of Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). The arrangem...
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Trade Agreement: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid Competitive Procurement Strategy: Best Overall Proposal Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Nature of Requirements: Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA): EN966-140305/L - Translation Bureau’s Directory of Translation Services Suppliers The Translation Bureau is a special operating agency (SOA) reporting to the Department of Public Works and Government Services Canada. The Translation Bureau is responsible for supporting the Government of Canada in its efforts to provide services to and inform Canadians in the official language of their choice. The Translation Bureau fulfills its mission by providing translation services and products to Parliament, the judiciary, federal departments and agencies, and international organizations. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of the Translation Bureau is launching a Request for Supply Arrangements (RFSA) to renew its directory of translation services suppliers and enter into supply arrangements (SAs) with qualified suppliers to meet its needs of Official Languages Translation. Suppliers may qualify in one or more Tier(s), in the language combination and fields of work (there are sixty-three (63) fields) of their choice: Tier 1: Requirements where the daily translation capacity is greater than or equal to 1,000 words and less than 2,999 words Tier 2: Requirements where the daily translation capacity is greater than or equal to 3,000 words and less than 7,999 words Tier 3: Requirements where the daily translation capacity is greater than or equal to 8,000 words The Identified Users for this requirement is the Translation Bureau and the PSPC’s Linguistic Services Division of the Acquisitions Branch. There is no security requirement associated with this requirement. On-going Opportunity for Qualification: A permanent notice will be posted on the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) to allow interested suppliers to qualify for Supply Arrangement EN966-140305. Canada will conduct quarterly evaluations of arrangements as outlined in Article 6.7, RFSA Submission and Quarterly Evaluation Periods of the RFSA. NOTE: Exceptionally, the first submission period will end at 2:00 p.m. EST on February 25, 2022. Existing pre-qualified suppliers who have received a SA are not required to submit a new arrangement unless they wish to qualify in new Fields or Tiers. Individual Request for Proposals (RFP): Request for Proposals (RFPs) will be sent to suppliers on the SA Holder list by email in accordance with the Bid Solicitation Process and Tendering Periods stipulated in the SA. Subsequent contracts will be awarded according to the evaluation procedures and selection methodology identified in the individual Requests for Proposals. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding this RFSA should be submitted to the Supply Arrangement Authority at TPSGC.PAAMARepertoireBureau-APSADirectoryBureau.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca. Delivery Date: Above-mentioned The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
Additional Information
Amendment Number
000
Contact Info Address Line
Les Terrasses de la Chaudière<br>10, rue Wellington, 5e étage
Contact Info City
Gatineau
Contact Info Email
Contact Info Fax
( ) -
Contact Info Name
Gratton, Isabelle
Contact Info Phone
+18733559751
Contact Info Postal Code
K1A 0S5
Contact Info Province
Québec
Contracting Entity Name
Public Works and Government Services Canada
Created
October 1, 2025
Is Public
true
Organization Address City
Gatineau
Organization Country
Canada
Organization Address Line
11 Laurier St, Phase III, Place du Portage
Organization Address Postal Code
K1A 0S5
Organization Address Province
Quebec
Procurement Category
*SRV
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Reference Number
PW-__ZF-526-40507
Regions Of Delivery
*National Capital Region (NCR)
Selection Criteria
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
Source
canadabuys
Source Record ID
PW-__ZF-526-40507_000
Source System
canadabuys
Status
open
Status En
Open
Summary Updated At
November 11, 2025
Tender Closing Date
March 31, 2027
Last Updated
July 29, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the proposal submission deadline?
The proposal submission deadline is March 31, 2027 (225 days left).
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Summary of RFSA Translation Services - Translation Bureau
Purpose:
The main purpose of this Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) is to establish a directory of qualified suppliers of translation services for the Translation Bureau of Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). The arrangement aims to meet the government's needs for Official Languages Translation, providing services to federal departments, agencies, and other entities while ensuring compliance with Canada's official language policies.Buyer Information:
The issuing organization is Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC).
Contact Person: Isabelle Gratton
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: (873) 355-9751Important Dates:
- Posted Date: February 1, 2022
- Due Date: March 31, 2027, at 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- First Submission Deadline for New Suppliers: February 25, 2022
- Evaluation Frequency: Quarterly evaluations of arrangements
- Key Requirements:
Suppliers can qualify in one or more of three tiers based on their daily translation capacity:
- Tier 1: 1,000 to 2,999 words
- Tier 2: 3,000 to 7,999 words
- Tier 3: 8,000 words or more
Bidders must meet at least one of the following criteria for Tiers 1 and 2:
- Be a certified member of the Ordre des traducteurs, terminologues et interprètes agréés du Québec (OTTIAQ) or a similar professional body.
- Hold a bachelor's degree in translation from a recognized university.
To qualify for Tier 3, bidders must demonstrate certification under the national standard CAN/CGSB-131.10-2017.
Bidders must provide proof of translation experience, including a minimum number of words completed in their chosen fields and language combinations, specified in Table 1 of the Technical Evaluation document. Experience should have been gained within the five years prior to the submission date.
Special Note: Existing suppliers who wish to qualify for new fields or tiers are required to submit a new arrangement. A complete set of mandatory criteria, including specific experience requirements, is detailed in the attached Technical Evaluation documents.
This RFSA represents an ongoing opportunity for translation service providers to engage with the federal government and support its commitment to providing bilingual services. Interested suppliers are encouraged to prepare their submissions and review the attached documents thoroughly for comprehensive details.
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