Question 1

What is "Needs Analysis and Research Consultant"?

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### Summary of Needs Analysis and Research Consultant Opportunity

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**  
  Task-Based Professional Services (TSPS) - Needs Analysis and Research Consultant for the Department of Canadian Heritage (PCH).
  
- **Project scope and objectives:**  
  The objective is to analyze the economic impact of potential changes to Canada’s Audiovisual Tax Credits.

- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
  One (1) contract to be awarded. Estimated level of effort: 50 days for Senior level and 200 days for Intermediate level.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
  Department of Canadian Heritage (PCH).

- **Contact details:**  
  Stéphanie Dupel; Email: contrats-contracting@pch.gc.ca.

- **Important dates:**  
  - Posted: December 22, 2025  
  - Due: January 9, 2026  
  - Contract Performance Period: From contract award to March 31, 2027.

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
  Qualified Supply Arrangement Holders under E60ZT-18TSPS Tier 1 in the National Capital Region (NCR), under Category 2.7. No specific certifications or registrations mentioned.

- **Mandatory qualifications:**  
  Holders must be qualified as a joint venture if bidding as such. Must have prior qualification under SA #E60ZT-18TSPS.

- **Set-aside requirements:**  
  None stated.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
  Services must be provided within the National Capital Region.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
  Expertise in economic analysis and research within the context of audiovisual tax credits.

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
  None specifically mentioned; emphasis on research and analytical capabilities implied.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
  Detailed analysis of the economic impacts; deliverables not specified.

- **Evaluation criteria:**  
  Not specified in detail, evaluation may focus on expertise and previous relevant experience.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
  Experience in economic analysis related to tax credits or audiovisual industries would be beneficial.

- **Preferred qualifications:**  
  None explicitly mentioned; however, experience in similar projects would enhance competitiveness.

- **Additional evaluation factors that give competitive advantage:**  
  Past performance in delivering similar analysis projects may be favored.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
  Specific evaluation criteria not detailed; likely based on qualifications, experience, and proposed approach to the analysis.

- **Weighting of different criteria:**  
  Not provided.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
  Implied importance of relevant past experience but not explicitly stated.

**Note:** Bidders seeking to participate are advised that the procurement process is governed by various trade agreements, including the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 9, 2026 (Overdue).

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