RFP G9292-268320-B ESDC Canada Learning Bond Automatic Enrolment

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Government of Canada, through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), is seeking proposals for the delivery of the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) automatic enrolment service. The core objective of this project is to facilitate the automatic enrolment of eligible Canadian children into the CLB, which is part of the Canada Education Savings Program (CESP). The selected contractor will be responsible for providing and maintaining the necessary IT infrastructure and client support to ensure the effective delivery of this service.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

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

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess the following technical capabilities:

• Expertise in IT infrastructure management and client support systems.
• Familiarity with financial services, particularly in the context of education savings programs.
• Ability to comply with security protocols as outlined in the RFP.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, the following qualifications may provide a competitive advantage:

• Experience with similar government contracts or financial services.
• Preferred certifications in relevant IT or financial service standards.

This RFP presents a significant opportunity for service providers with the requisite technical capabilities and experience in managing financial services, particularly in the education sector. Bidders should ensure they meet all mandatory requirements and consider how their qualifications align with the preferred criteria to enhance their proposal's competitiveness.