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What is "EX Classification and Organizational Design Consultant"?

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**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured/granted?**  
Consulting services for EX classification and organizational design for the Department of Indigenous Services, specifically CIRNAC’s Classification Centre of Expertise.

- **Project scope and objectives:**  
The consultant(s) will provide services including writing/revising executive job descriptions, reviewing current descriptions, defining organizational activities and responsibilities, evaluating changes, participating in Executive Classification Committees, analyzing and recommending organizational structures, and providing coaching to Classification Advisors.

- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
Task-Based Professional Services (TSPS) with a level of effort estimated at 180 days over the contract period from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2029, with two potential one-year extensions.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
Department of Indigenous Services (Indigenous Services Canada).

- **Contact details:**  
Samson Chu  
Email: samson.chu@sac-isc.gc.ca  
Phone: 778-783-6174

- **Important dates:**  
Posted: January 6, 2026  
Due: January 21, 2026  
Performance Period: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2029 (plus two optional years).

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
Suppliers must be Supply Arrangement Holders under E60ZT-18TSPS in "Tier 1" for the NCR/Quebec region.

- **Mandatory qualifications (must-have):**  
Experience in organizational design and classification consulting, particularly at the executive level.

- **Set-aside requirements:**  
Open only to qualified Supply Arrangement Holders under outlined criteria.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
Services required primarily within the NCR/Quebec region.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
Expertise in EX classification, organizational design, and understanding of governmental structure.

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
Experience in evaluating organizational structures and providing strategic recommendations.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
Completion of necessary documentation, participation in meetings with senior executives, and delivery of evaluation reports and recommendations on organizational structures.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
Experience with Indigenous services or governance structures will be a significant advantage.

- **Preferred qualifications (not mandatory):**  
Coaching and mentorship experience related to EX classification design.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
Proposals will be assessed based on qualifications, past performance, understanding of the requirements, and suitability for the role.

- **Weighting of different criteria:**  
Not explicitly stated in the provided details.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
Demonstrated experience in similar roles, particularly with governmental or Indigenous services, will be beneficial.

This structure clearly delineates between mandatory and preferred requirements, emphasizing criteria to enhance the assessment of company fit for the opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 21, 2026 (8 days left).

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