CanadaBuys #21801-26-0036 & 21801-26-0037

Elder Helper Services for Indigenous Offenders in Fraser Valley Federal Institutions

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is awarding a contract for Elder Helper services to support Indigenous offenders in federal institutions in the Fraser Valley region of British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service Canada (CSC), Procurement & Contracting Specialist: Carlie Skotynski - OEMs and Vendors: - No commercial OEMs or vendors; two pre-identified Indigenous suppliers: Colin Bird and Tyson Nahanee - Products/Services Requested: - Elder Helper Services for Indigenous offenders - Assist Elders with traditional ceremonies, cultural teachings, counselling, report preparation, and support for Indigenous programming - Coordination of activities and participation in team meetings - No part numbers or commercial products; service-based requirement - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) - Minimum two years of relevant experience within the past ten years - Security clearance (RELIABILITY STATUS) required - Ability to work in English - Two-year contract with an option to extend for one additional year - Estimated value: $205,042 CAD per supplier - Places of Performance: - Matsqui Institution, 33344 King Road, Abbotsford, BC - Mission Medium Institution, 8751 Stave Lake Street, Mission, BC - Fraser Valley region federal facilities

Description

This advanced contract award notice (ACAN) announces the government's intent to award a contract for Elder Helper services to support Indigenous offenders in federal institutions in British Columbia. The services include assisting Elders with traditional ceremonies, cultural teachings, counselling, and support to enhance Indigenous programming. The contract duration is 35 months starting April 20, 2026, with a requirement for security clearance and a minimum of two years' relevant experience. The procurement is set aside for Indigenous suppliers, with pre-identified suppliers named.

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