Statistical Research, Analysis and Dissemination Concerning the Arts

The Department of Canadian Heritage recognizes that a gap exists in the depth of research and baseline data regarding the arts in Canada, as well as the dissemination of this type of research to all Canadians. Furthering statistical research is essential for the government to develop and implement policies and programs surrounding the arts, as well as to determine the success of its currently-operating programs.

Continuous research enables the identification of developing trends in the arts sector, which in turn informs appropriate policy and program responses. Furthermore, dissemination of research better informs Canadian artists and arts organizations and Canadians about issues facing the arts sector. This information therefore enables a conversant public dialogue about the arts sector while concurrently providing the necessary information for PCH and arts stakeholders to make informed policy and operational decisions.

The type of research sought through the resulting contract is for the continuation of important baseline information on artists, arts organizations, arts donors and volunteers, arts consumption, and other topics. This type of information does not otherwise exist in Canada. Unlike other, more self-contained industry sectors (such as mining, or forestry), the arts sector is made up of pieces of other, larger industries. Statistics Canada does not readily deliver products isolating the arts sector. This research, analysis and dissemination is required to identify and deliver this specific information.

To maximize expertise while minimizing costs, Canadian Heritage has established a partnership with the Canada Council for the Arts and the Ontario Arts Council to build baseline data on the arts in Canada, and to use for internal policy development purposes in addition to providing the information to industry stakeholders and the general public. The products contained in this research contract uphold this partnership, and the costs are divided amongst the three partners to realize efficiencies

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

In order for proposals to be accepted for further evaluation, all of the following mandatory requirements must be met.

M1 Previous Projects:

The Bidder must provide a project summary for at least three (3) previous projects involving statistical analysis of the arts and/or cultural sectors completed or directed by the key member(s) of the team during the last five (5) years. Each project summary must include:

(a) the name and description of the projects, including the general approach and methodology used, and similarities to this proposed contract; (b) a two-to-five-page extract (summary) from the projects; (c) the date of the contracts; (d) the dollar value of the contracts; and (e) the names and telephone numbers of the clients for whom the work was completed.

If more than three (3) projects are included in the proposal, the Crown will only consider the specified number in order of presentation.

M2 Official Languages:

The bidder’s team must have at least one person who is fluent in both official languages.

At least one of the team members assigned to the preparation of the research reports, as well as the delivery of the presentations must be proficient and have the capacity to conduct the work in both official languages. The proposal must clearly indicate the linguistic capability of each team member.

M3 Maximum Budget

The total value of any contract(s) emanating from this process shall not exceed $65,000 per year including travel and living expenses (plus applicable taxes).