Virtual training courses on Business Writing

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is seeking to procure approximately 60 virtual Business Writing Training sessions for its employees. The objective is to enhance essential communication skills, focusing on business writing to improve internal and external stakeholder interactions. The training will cover core topics such as presenting plans, developing proposals, and writing reports. The sessions will be divided into 40 in English and 20 in French, with the same quantity expected for subsequent option years, though this number may change.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), located in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Martine Denis, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Ability to deliver all core topics in a single 6-hour training session.
• Submission of a participant guide that includes all core topics, with clear indicators for evaluation.
• Proficiency in providing training in both English and French.
• Compliance with applicable trade agreements, including the World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement and various free trade agreements.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in:

• Business writing and communication training methodologies.
• Development of training materials that meet government standards.
• Familiarity with instructional design principles, particularly for virtual training environments.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Conducting 60 virtual training sessions over the contract period.
• Providing a comprehensive participant guide that meets evaluation criteria.
• Ensuring participant satisfaction and engagement during training sessions.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined rating of technical merit and price. Bidders should focus on demonstrating their technical approach and past performance in delivering similar training programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in delivering government training programs.
• Advanced certifications in instructional design or business communication.
• Proven track record of successful training outcomes in similar domains.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview for potential bidders to assess their fit for this opportunity with ESDC.