Saskatchewan Tenders #8675309

RFI for Community-Based Mothers and Gangs Exit Program Consulting Services

The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking input from Community Based Organizations (CBOs) for a pilot program supporting young mothers (ages 15-30) and their children who are connected to, or at risk of, gang involvement. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Community Safety, Government of Saskatchewan - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; the opportunity is open to CBOs - Products/Services Requested: - Business consulting services to inform the design and delivery of a community-based initiative - Focus areas include program components, partnerships, engagement methods, staffing, cultural safety, and reporting capability - No part numbers or quantities specified; services are for program development and support - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Culturally grounded supports and coordination across systems - Emphasis on partnerships with First Nations and engagement in facilities such as Pine Grove Correctional Centre - Multiyear funding totaling $1.4 million, with annual allocations increasing from $202,000 in Year 1 to $568,000 in Year 4 - Input sought on program design, staffing, partnerships, cultural safety, and evaluation to inform a future competitive procurement under the National Crime Prevention Strategy framework

Description

The Government of Saskatchewan is seeking information from Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to support the development of a community-designed initiative aimed at young mothers (ages 15-30) and their children who are connected to or at risk of gang involvement. This initiative will address complex barriers such as trauma and addictions, emphasizing culturally grounded supports and coordination across systems. The program will be a multiyear pilot with funding totaling $1.4 million, increasing annually from $202K in Year 1 to $568K in Year 4, and will include engagement in correctional and health facilities, as well as partnerships with First Nations. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to gather insights on program components, partnerships, staffing, cultural safety, and reporting to inform a future competitive procurement under the National Crime Prevention Strategy.

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