Review of the Diploma of Vocational Studies in Food Service and Development of the New Program

The Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ) is seeking services for the review of its existing Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in Food Service. This initiative aims to evaluate the current program curriculum, teaching methodologies, and industry relevance to ensure it meets contemporary standards and prepares students effectively for careers in the hospitality sector. Following the review, the selected service provider will be responsible for developing and drafting a new, updated program curriculum. This will involve incorporating current industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in culinary arts and food service management. The scope of work includes curriculum design, learning outcome definition, assessment strategies, and the creation of program content. The procurement method is a direct award contract, justified by the contract value being below the public tender threshold, as per Article 14. This process allows for a targeted selection of a provider with specific expertise in educational program development within the tourism and hotel industry. The ITHQ is committed to enhancing its vocational training offerings and ensuring graduates are well-equipped for success in a dynamic field.

This is a consulting contract in the education and training sector, with a focus on Vocational Training and Curriculum. 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 consulting in the education and training sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.