Language-Specific Interpreter Services (Per Language Roster)

The contract requires subcontractors to provide on-demand interpretation services in specific languages for immigration and refugee proceedings held across Canada, ensuring timely and accurate communication during legally sensitive hearings. Subcontractors must maintain a roster of qualified interpreters who are pre-vetted, security-cleared, and available for immediate deployment at any location in the country, with the capability to respond to urgent requests at any time. The services must support a wide range of languages as needed by the Immigration and Refugee Board to meet the linguistic diversity of participants in proceedings. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541930 and is issued by the Government of Canada through the Immigration and Refugee Board. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of June 12, 2026, with no set-aside provisions specified. Performance is expected nationwide, with no restriction to a specific city or province, emphasizing the national scope of the requirement. Interpreters must be vetted to handle sensitive and confidential information, and subcontractors are responsible for managing roster integrity, interpreter availability, and quality control to ensure compliance with procedural and linguistic standards throughout the term of the agreement.