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Bilingual Technical Documentation Development

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The contract titled Bilingual Technical Documentation Development involves the creation and formatting of user manuals, installation guides, and technical specifications in both English and French. This subcontract is issued by the National Research Council of Canada under the Government of Canada and falls under the NAICS code 541820, which pertains to technical writing services. The work must be completed to meet precise linguistic and technical standards to ensure clarity and usability across both official languages. All deliverables are required to be fully localized, reflecting cultural and terminological accuracy appropriate for Canadian bilingual audiences. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, with a response deadline of August 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The place of performance is Canada, indicating that the work may be conducted remotely or on-site within the country, though no specific office location is provided. Interested parties must submit their proposals before the deadline to be considered for this opportunity, and while no set-aside classification is specified, the contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it may be part of a larger project managed by the Government of Canada. Further details can be accessed through the provided link to Canada Buys.

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Bilingual technical documentation development in English and French for Government of Canada, due August 21, 2026.

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Government of Canada → National Research Council of CanadaView Agency

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541820 - Public Relations AgenciesView NAICS

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Canada, CAN

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Creation and formatting of user manuals, installation guides, and technical specifications in both English and French.

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