Opportunity
CanadaBuys #BC228645
Operator Services for Drop-in Space and Wellness Centre at 320 Alexander St., Vancouver
Posted
April 28, 2026
Respond By
May 12, 2026
Identifier
BC228645
NAICS
624229, 624221, 624230
The City of Vancouver is seeking to contract for operator services at a culturally and gender safe drop-in space and wellness centre in the Downtown Eastside. - Government Buyer: - City of Vancouver - Vendor: - Watari Counselling & Support Services Society (named as intended contractor) - Services Requested: - Operator services for a drop-in space and wellness centre at 320 Alexander St. - Focus on culturally and gender safe service provision - Products/OEMs: - No specific products or OEMs are mentioned; procurement is for services only - Contract Details: - Estimated value: approximately $1,182,000 - Term: April 1, 2026, to October 1, 2026 - Option for extension or early termination based on operational needs and funding - Notable Requirements: - Services must be delivered in a manner that is culturally and gender safe - Location is in the Downtown Eastside, a high-need area - Interested parties may request further information via the City’s Supplier Portal
Description
The City of Vancouver intends to contract with Watari Counselling & Support Services Society to provide operator services for a culturally and gender safe drop-in space and wellness centre located at 320 Alexander St. in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. The contract term is from April 1, 2026, to October 1, 2026, with the City having the option to extend or terminate the services based on operational needs and funding availability. The contract value is approximately $1,182,000. Interested parties can request more information via the City's Supplier Portal before the closing date of May 12, 2026.