CMRSJ DP4 PRESIDENT TRAINING (THEORY) DESIGN & DELIVERY

The Department of National Defence, through the Government of Canada, is seeking a qualified contractor to design and deliver a custom president training program for the incoming Commandant and Vice-Chancellor of Royal Military College Saint-Jean, a bilingual civilian-military institution in Quebec. The program must focus on the role of universities, foundational governance principles, and academic leadership within the Canadian context and specifically address the unique dynamics of higher education in the province of Quebec. The estimated level of effort for this engagement is approximately 200 days, with a period of performance extending from contract award until May 28th, 2027. Performance is expected to occur primarily in Quebec, excluding the National Capital Region, though travel may be required to Kingston or other locations as needed to support program delivery. This solicitation, identified as W4938-26-048S, is restricted to holders of the Supply Arrangement E60ZT-16TSSB, Tier 1, Quebec, Stream 2, which covers business consulting and change management services, and is classified under NAICS code 611430. Proposals must be submitted by July 6th, 2026, and may be provided in either English or French. All inquiries must be directed to Contracting Authority Jameson Wood, who serves as the sole point of contact for the procurement. Only pre-qualified suppliers under the specified supply arrangement are eligible to respond, and debriefings will be available upon request within 15 working days following notification of award decisions, offered in writing, by phone, or in person. While the estimated contract value and detailed pricing structure are not disclosed, the program’s deliverables are centered on a tailored theoretical curriculum that prepares the new leader for the complex administrative, cultural, and academic responsibilities of leading a bilingual military university within Canada’s federal framework.