On-Demand Execution Contract for Interpretation and/or Translation Services Before Courts of Justice

This tender concerns a contract for the provision of on-demand interpretation and/or translation services specifically for use before courts of justice. The contract falls under the category of S15 - Communication, photography, cartography, printing, and publishing services; Translation. The procurement method employed is a negotiated contract, justified by Article 14, which allows for contracts below the public tender threshold. The contracting authority responsible for this procurement is the Ministry of Justice. This initiative aims to secure specialized linguistic support essential for the effective functioning of the judicial system, ensuring accurate and timely communication in legal proceedings involving parties who may not share a common language. The services required will likely encompass a range of linguistic tasks, including real-time interpretation during hearings, depositions, and other court-related activities, as well as the translation of legal documents, evidence, and correspondence. The Ministry of Justice seeks to establish a reliable pool of qualified interpreters and translators capable of handling sensitive legal terminology and maintaining strict confidentiality. The on-demand nature of the contract implies that services will be procured as needed, requiring flexibility and responsiveness from the selected service provider(s). This procurement is crucial for upholding principles of justice and ensuring equal access to legal processes for all individuals, regardless of their linguistic background.

This is a services contract in the legal services, media and communication and security and defense sectors, with a focus on Publishing. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the legal services sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.