NorQuest College - Request for Proposal - Education Loan Services

NorQuest College is soliciting proposals from qualified student loan service providers to establish a strategic partnership aimed at delivering targeted tuition financing solutions for international students in select college-level programs. The initiative is designed to enhance international recruitment, increase the conversion rate from application to enrollment, and improve study permit approval outcomes in key target markets. The pilot program will launch for the winter and spring 2027 intakes with a goal of funding 50 international students across designated programs, serving as a foundation for future scalability. Following the pilot phase, annual targets by academic program and geographic market will be jointly developed by NorQuest and the selected provider, ensuring alignment with institutional recruitment objectives and market dynamics. The funding mechanism will be structured to directly support tuition costs and be tailored to meet the financial and regulatory needs of international students in priority territories. The solicitation, identified as AB-2026-03945, was posted on June 3, 2026, with responses due by June 12, 2026. The opportunity falls under NAICS code 522390 and is managed by NorQuest College, operating under the Government of Canada. Proposals must demonstrate the provider’s ability to deliver reliable, compliant, and culturally responsive loan products tailored to the international student demographic. The partnership requires a clear understanding of Canadian immigration and education regulatory frameworks, as well as proven experience in managing cross-border student financial services. Evaluation will focus on the provider’s capacity to support NorQuest’s strategic enrollment goals, operational efficiency, and commitment to student success throughout the application, financing, and study permit processes.