New Brunswick Opportunities Network #8967002-27

Consulting Services to Establish Anglophone Early Learning and Child Care Association in New Brunswick

The Province of New Brunswick is seeking consulting services to establish an anglophone early learning and child care (ELCC) association for professionals in the sector. - Government Buyer: - Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEPT. OF EECD), Province of New Brunswick - Procurement managed by Central Tendering Branch, Fredericton Regional Centre - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting services to deliver: - Project and engagement plan - Consultation summary reports - Governance and organizational setup package - Sustainability plan - Launch plan and final close-out report - Up to 10 in-person meetings in New Brunswick - Additional professional services: - Business systems design and development (Commodity # R001AD) - Program review and development (Commodity # R123) - Education services (Commodity # U099Y) - Professional, administrative, and management support (Commodity # R) - Quantities: - Each service line item requested in a quantity of one - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Fixed-price contract not exceeding CAD 200,000, with milestone-based payments - Proponents must demonstrate expertise in association start-ups, governance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability planning - Compliance with the Official Languages Act - Preferential treatment for local suppliers - Electronic bid submission only - Up to 10 in-person meetings required in New Brunswick - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

This Request for Proposals is an invitation by the Province of New Brunswick to prospective proponents to submit proposals for the provision of establishing an anglophone early learning and child care association for professionals in child care. The association is envisioned as a sector-led, inclusive, and sustainable body that promotes quality, workforce development, professionalism, and collaboration. The initial term of the agreement will be for a period of twelve (12) months, with a potential six (6) month extension upon mutual agreement, for a maximum term of eighteen (18) months.

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