CanadaBuys #20252426IRB-A

IRB Canada seeks interpreter agency services for rare languages (in-person, phone, video)

The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is seeking interpreter agency services for rare languages to support asylum hearings and related proceedings. - Government Buyer: - Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) - Procurement and Asset Management, 344 Slater Street, Ottawa - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to interpreter agencies and service providers - Products/Services Requested: - Consecutive interpretation services in rare languages into French and/or English - Proofreading and quality assurance for interpretation resources - Test correcting services for interpreter candidates - Quality assurance auditing of interpretation services - Services may be delivered in-person, by phone, or via video conference across multiple Canadian locations - Quantities and Part Numbers: - No specific quantities or part numbers; services are requested as needed per language and proceeding - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Interpreters must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents - Valid government security clearance required - Proficiency in French or English and the target rare language - Contracts may be awarded to multiple suppliers per language - Services cover all four IRB divisions: Refugee Protection, Refugee Appeal, Immigration, and Immigration Appeal - Option to extend contracts for up to three additional one-year periods - Quality assurance and test marking are integral to the service scope - Procurement is open to competitive bidding and governed by international trade agreements

Description

The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada is soliciting proposals for interpreter services. The procurement intends to establish multiple contracts for a duration of one year, with an option to extend for up to three additional one-year periods under the same conditions. The services required involve in-person language interpretation, covering a wide range of languages as detailed in the annexed list. Security requirements apply, and the selection will be based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.

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