Opportunity
CanadaBuys #CIC-160477
IRCC Multilingual Translation, Editing, and Review Services in Non-Official Languages
Posted
September 11, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
CIC-160477
NAICS
541930
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is seeking a contractor to provide multilingual translation, editing, revision, and review services in non-official languages to support its communications needs. - Government Buyer: - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) - People and Communications Sector, Communications Branch - Direction générale des communications - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-based requirement. - Products/Services Requested: - Multilingual translation services for communications products in non-official languages (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Russian, Hindi, and others) - Editing, revision, and comparative editing/revision of translated materials - Layout and creative review to ensure proper text placement, stylistic requirements, and no omissions - Video review and proofreading for narration, subtitles, timing, and on-screen translated text - Services cover a range of deliverables including advertising texts, videos, web content, and press releases - Pricing based on firm hourly rates and per-word rates - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Timely delivery with urgent turnaround times (as short as 4 hours) - High-quality, accurate, and culturally appropriate communications - Compliance with Canadian supplier prioritization and content policies - Encouragement of diversity and inclusion in the workplace - No trade agreements or security requirements apply - Contract duration is one year, with four one-year irrevocable options (potential for up to five years total) - Competitive open bidding; selection based on highest combined technical merit and price
Description
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Communications Branch requires translation, editing, and review services in non-official languages to ensure the timely and effective delivery of high-quality communications products. These services are essential to maintaining the accuracy, clarity, and cultural appropriateness of IRCC communications developed in non-official languages. They support the Department's ability to effectively reach and engage diverse audiences, both within Canada and internationally. The contract duration is 12 months starting from November 1, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.