ExpiredServicesAmended (5x)

American sign Language (ASL), Langue des Signes Québécoise (LSQ) and Deaf Interpretation Services - In-person, by teleconference and virtually through video

Services d’interprétation en langue des signes américaine (ASL), en langue des signes québécoise (LSQ) et services d’interprétation pour les personnes sourdes – en personne, par téléconférence ou virtuellement par vidéoconférence

Description

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) has a requirement to provide American Sign Language (ASL), Langue des Signes Québécoise (LSQ) and Deaf Interpretation services to offenders for Parole Board Canada hearings, medical or mental health assessments, as well as other meetings between offenders and CSC staff or contractors. To provide multiple resources (interpreters) to assist with consecutive and simultaneous Interpretation Services in-person, by teleconference and virtually through video in the Ontario Region. A minimum of three (3) Interpreters including: one (1) American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter, one (1) Langue des Signes Québécoise (LSQ) interpreter, and one (1) Deaf Interpreter must be available at all times.

Quick Summary

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking providers to supply American Sign Language (ASL), Langue des Signes Québécoise (LSQ), and Deaf Interpretation services for offenders in Ontario. These services will support Parole Board hearings, medical and mental health assessments, and other meetings, delivered in-person, by teleconference, or virtually via video.

Ideal For

Companies specializing in sign language interpretation and deaf communication services with capacity for in-person and virtual delivery should bid.

Sign Language InterpretationDeaf ServicesTranslation ServicesTeleconference ServicesVideo Interpretation
Moderate complexity

Tender Details

Reference Number
cb-693-71573346
Solicitation Number
21401-29-5189426
Publication Date
Nov 19, 2025
Closing Date
Dec 8, 2025
Expected Start
Jan 1, 2026
Expected End
Dec 31, 2029
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Selection Criteria
Variations or combinations of the above methods
Notice Type
Directed Contract

Classification

UNSPSC Code
82112000; 82112067
UNSPSC Description
In person language interpretation services; In person sign language interpretation service

Trade Agreements

Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

Contracting Entity

Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)

445 Union Street West

Kingston, Ontario

Contact

Elizabeth Lake

elizabeth.lake@csc-scc.gc.ca

(613) 328-9647

Regions of Delivery

Canada; Ontario (except NCR)