Language Training services for Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Office of Infrastructure of Canada (INFC) is seeking proposals for language training services specifically for Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC). The primary objective is to provide one-on-one and part-time group second language training to HICC employees who need to achieve or maintain the minimum official language proficiency required for their positions. The training will cover all proficiency levels (beginner, intermediate, and advanced) in both English and French.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFP is Jennifer Hendrick, reachable via email at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory criteria:

• Experience: Demonstrated experience within the last five years in providing both one-on-one and group second language training services to Federal Public Service employees, covering proficiency levels A, B, and C.
• Training Materials: Ability to provide beginner, intermediate, and advanced workbooks in both official languages, reflecting the linguistic norms of the Canadian federal public service. Samples of these workbooks must be submitted with the proposal.
• Security Clearance: Minimum Corporate Security Requirement is Designated Organization Screening (DOS), and a Reliability clearance is required for resources.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must have the capability to deliver language training services virtually and must demonstrate familiarity with the linguistic norms and terminology relevant to the Canadian federal public service.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined rating of technical merit (60%) and price (40%). Bidders must demonstrate their technical capabilities and past performance to score favorably.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include additional certifications in language training, experience with government contracts, and innovative training methodologies that enhance learning outcomes.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP, enabling potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity effectively.