Virtual training courses on Business Writing

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is seeking to procure approximately 60 virtual Business Writing Training sessions for its employees. The objective is to enhance essential communication skills, particularly in business writing, to support the Government of Canada's transformation towards more user-centric and client-focused services. The training will cover core topics such as presenting plans, developing proposals, and writing reports, while also fostering respectful and cooperative working relationships among stakeholders. The sessions will be divided into 40 in English and 20 in French, with the same quantity projected for subsequent option years, although the number may change.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), located in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Martine Denis, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following requirements to be considered eligible:

• Must provide training that covers all core topics within a single 6-hour session.
• Must submit a participant guide that includes all core topics for evaluation.
• No specific certifications or registrations are mandated in the provided documents.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should have expertise in delivering virtual training sessions focused on business writing. Familiarity with adult learning principles and the ability to engage participants in an online format is essential. The training must be available in both English and French.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Delivery of 60 virtual training sessions (40 in English, 20 in French).
• Submission of a comprehensive participant guide that meets the evaluation criteria.
• Adherence to the timeline for session delivery as outlined in the proposal.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined rating for technical merit and price. Bidders should focus on demonstrating their technical approach and past performance in similar training engagements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with prior experience in government training contracts or those who can demonstrate innovative training methodologies may have a competitive advantage. Familiarity with the specific needs of ESDC employees and the ability to customize training content will also be viewed favorably.

This summary encapsulates the essential details necessary for bidders to assess their fit for this opportunity, emphasizing both mandatory and preferred criteria for proposal submission.