RFSA - Translation Services

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC) is seeking to establish Supply Arrangements (SAs) for translation services through a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA). The core objective is to renew its directory of translation service suppliers to fulfill the needs for Official Languages Translation across various fields of work, totaling seventy (70) distinct areas. Suppliers can qualify for one or more tiers based on their language combinations and areas of expertise. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to maintain a robust pool of qualified translation service providers.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC), located in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Myriam Sigouin, who can be reached at [email protected].

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type is a Supply Arrangement (SA), which does not specify a fixed budget or estimated contract value. Suppliers may enter into arrangements based on their qualifications and the needs of the PSPC.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Suppliers must qualify in one or more tiers and fields of work relevant to translation services.
• Existing pre-qualified suppliers are not required to submit a new arrangement unless they wish to qualify in new fields or tiers.
• There are no specific certifications, security clearances, or set-aside restrictions mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in translation services, specifically in the official languages of Canada. The ability to work across various fields of translation (70 fields available) is essential. Familiarity with government standards and practices in translation may be beneficial.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on the suppliers' qualifications in the relevant fields and tiers. The evaluation will consider the suppliers' ability to meet the ongoing needs of the PSPC, with quarterly assessments of existing arrangements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include:

• Experience in government translation services.
• Proven track record in specific fields of translation.
• Additional certifications in translation or language services that could enhance the supplier's profile.

This RFSA presents an ongoing opportunity for qualified suppliers to engage with the Canadian government in providing essential translation services, with a flexible qualification process that allows for continuous entry into the supplier directory.