What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe buyer seeks a contractor to provide real-time computerized note-taking services and spoken-language interpretation services on request and within short notice periods. These services support an employee with a hearing impairment during meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions held in English, French, or both official languages. The contractor will deliver note-taking virtually and provide spoken-language interpretation in person within the National Capital Region. Eligibility requires onshore Canadian organizations. Proposals close on December 1, 2026, at 14:00 EST. The buyer will evaluate bids using competitive open bidding based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price. The estimated contract duration spans 62 months with a proposed start date of January 4, 2027.
Scope of work
- Real-time computerized note-taking services provided virtually on a regular basis
- Spoken-language interpretation services provided in person within the National Capital Region (NCR) on an occasional basis
- Support for an employee with a hearing impairment during meetings, training sessions, workshops, conferences, and work-related activities
- Services conducted in English, French, or both official languages on request and within short notice periods
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price | Not specified |
