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In-Person Spoken-Language Interpretation Services

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Response Deadline12/01/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for the provision of in-person spoken-language interpretation services to support prime contractors on projects for the Government of Canada's Department of Public Works and Government Services. The selected provider will be responsible for reproducing discussions in English, French, or bilingual environments during various meetings and training sessions located within the National Capital Region, specifically covering Ottawa and Gatineau. Qualified personnel must possess Reliability Status and demonstrate a superior command of both English and French in oral and written forms. Interested parties should note that the response deadline for this requirement is December 1, 2026, and the services fall under NAICS code 541930.

General Info

English-French interpretation services for Public Works Canada in Ottawa-Gatineau, deadline December 1, 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of Public Works and Government Services

NAICS

541930 - Translation and Interpretation Services

Place of Performance

National Capital Region (NCR), Gatineau, Ottawa, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 10082025.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Language interpretation and note taking

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Timeline

PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineDec 1

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Response Deadline

12/01/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 25 days

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Public Works and Government Services

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Public Works and Government Services

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Performs spoken-language interpretation for prime contractors on Department of Public Works and Government Services projects in the National Capital Region. Reproduces discussions through spoken language in English, French, or bilingual environments during meetings and training. Personnel must hold Reliability Status and demonstrate excellent oral and written command of English and French. Delivers in-person spoken-language interpretation.

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