Sign language (American Sign Language (ASL) and Langue des signes Québécoise (LSQ)) Services

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:

The Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) is seeking proposals for Sign Language Services, specifically American Sign Language (ASL) and Langue des signes Québécoise (LSQ), to support upcoming events. The services will be provided on an "as and when requested" basis, indicating a flexible engagement model to accommodate varying event needs. The core objective is to enhance accessibility for participants who are deaf or hard of hearing during CSPS-organized events.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:

• Name: Canada School of Public Service (CSPS)
• Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada
• Primary Contact: Isabelle Picard
• Email: [email protected]

CONTRACT DETAILS:

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price
• Estimated Contract Value: Total budget of $330,000.00 CAD, which includes:
  • $110,000.00 for the initial contract year
  • $110,000.00 for each of the two optional years
• Security Requirements: None specified.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Eligibility: Only Canadian Suppliers and Suppliers from applicable trading partners as defined in the solicitation are eligible.
• Legal Capacity: Offerors must have the legal capacity to contract.
• Compliance: Offerors must comply with Canada’s Code of Conduct for Procurement.
• Insurance: Successful Offerors must meet specified insurance requirements.
• Integrity Compliance: Offerors must provide a list of names for integrity verification and comply with the Ineligibility and Suspension Policy.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:

• Offerors must demonstrate proficiency in providing in-person sign language interpretation services in both ASL and LSQ.
• Experience in similar service provision for public sector events may be advantageous.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

• Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price, indicating a focus on cost-effectiveness. No additional weighting for technical capabilities or past performance is specified, but these factors may be considered in the overall assessment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• While not mandatory, experience in providing sign language services for governmental or public sector events may be viewed favorably.
• Additional certifications related to accessibility services or language interpretation may enhance a bidder's proposal.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP, highlighting the essential information that potential bidders need to assess their fit for the opportunity.