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What is "Translation and Editing services"?

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**Opportunity Summary: Translation and Editing Services for Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)**

**1. Overview of Procurement:**
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is seeking proposals for standardized, quality, and timely translation and editing services in both official languages (French and English) on an 'as and when requested' basis. This is a re-tender of the previous bid solicitation (1000523412A), which was cancelled due to ambiguities.

**2. Project Scope and Objectives:**
The selected contractor will provide translation and editing services to ensure effective communication in Canada’s two official languages. The goal is to maintain accuracy and consistency in official documents.

**3. Issuing Organization:**
- **Organization:** Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
- **Location:** Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- **Contact:** Henrik Schwerdtfeger (Email: henrik.schwerdtfeger@cra-arc.gc.ca)

**4. Key Dates:**
- **Posted Date:** February 25, 2026
- **Proposal Due Date:** March 10, 2026, at 14:00 (local time)
- **Performance Period:** From contract award until April 30, 2028, with options to extend for up to five additional one-year terms.

**5. Contract Type and Value:**
- **Contract Type:** Competitive procurement with the preference for a single contractor.
- **Estimated Value:** Not explicitly mentioned in the documentation.

**6. Required Certifications/Registrations:**
Proposals must comply with the requirements of the solicitation, though specific certifications are not detailed in the summary.

**7. Mandatory Qualifications:**
Bids must meet all mandatory evaluation criteria to be declared responsive.

**8. Set-Aside Requirements:**
This solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers; no foreign counterparts are allowed.

**9. Geographic Restrictions:**
The services must be provided within Canada.

**10. Key Technical Capabilities Needed:**
- Proficiency in both English and French for translation and editing.
- Ability to deliver work on demand and within specified timelines.

**11. Deliverables and Performance Standards:**
Services to be delivered on an 'as and when requested' basis, adhering to standards of quality and timely delivery as per the CRA's specifications.

**12. Evaluation Criteria:**
- Bids will be evaluated based on a combination of technical merit and price.
- The responsive bid with the highest combined rating will be awarded the contract.

**13. Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience in governmental or statutory translation services will be advantageous. 
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality written translation and editing services.

**14. Proposal Submission:**
Proposals must be submitted using the Connect service provided by the Canada Post Corporation. Direct submissions via email will not be accepted.

**15. Additional Information:**
Potential bidders can access additional documents or amendments via the CanadaBuys platform. For further inquiries, bidders must communicate through the designated email for the contracting authority.

This summary serves to provide critical information for potential bidders to assess their eligibility and alignment with this opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is March 10, 2026 (6 days left).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-801-51603633

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