REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE END-USER TRAINING

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

• What is being procured/granted?
  Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is seeking information on available Artificial Intelligence (AI) end-user training for its employees, particularly focusing on Generative AI (GenAI) tools like Microsoft Copilot.

• Project scope and objectives:
  The goal is to enhance employee and manager capabilities in utilizing GenAI tools, support digital transformation efforts, improve productivity, and cultivate a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making.

• Contract type and estimated value:
  This RFI is not a call for tender and does not specify a contract type or estimated value.

BUYER INFORMATION:

• Issuing organization:
  Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), specifically the College@ESDC.

• Contact details:
  Natasha Heath, Email: [email protected].

• Important dates:

  • Posted: November 7, 2025
  • Due: December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT
  • Enquiry Deadline: December 9, 2025
  • Addenda (Answers Provided) Deadline: December 16, 2025

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required certifications/registrations:
  No specific certifications or registrations are listed.

• Mandatory qualifications:
  Training offerings must equip employees with foundational to advanced skills in GenAI, integrate GenAI into workflows, and support adaptability and data literacy.

• Set-aside requirements:
  No specific set-aside requirements mentioned.

• Geographic restrictions or location requirements:
  None specified.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Key technical capabilities needed:
  Focus on instructional offerings that cover the use of Microsoft Copilot and similar GenAI technologies.

• Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:
  Training should facilitate integration of AI tools into daily workflows and project management.

• Deliverables and performance standards:
  All training sessions must be available in both English and French, with equal content quality.

• Evaluation criteria:
  There are no detailed evaluation criteria mentioned as this is an RFI and not a solicitation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nice-to-have certifications or experience:
  Experience in bilingual training delivery (English and French).

• Preferred qualifications:
  Familiarity with AI technologies and training methodologies that foster innovation.

• Additional evaluation factors that give competitive advantage:
  Experience in delivering training solutions that enhance digital transformation and data-driven decision-making.

This structured summary aims to align company capabilities with the needs outlined by ESDC for potential collaboration in AI training solutions.