CanadaBuys #21801-26-0041

CSC Solicitation for Indigenous Community Reintegration Services in British Columbia

Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking Indigenous-led service providers to support the reintegration of Indigenous offenders in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), Contracting & Procurement Officer - Services Requested: - Outreach, engagement, and collaboration with Indigenous communities, organizations, and CSC personnel - Community education about Section 84 and Section 81 of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act - Identification of community resources for release planning - Establishment of engagement processes between CSC and Indigenous communities - Preparation of quarterly reports, resource lists, travel details, and honoraria contact information - Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) - Minimum experience in liaising with CSC, providing cultural and spiritual services, and working with Elders - All work must be performed in English; contractor personnel will be escorted by CSC staff - Locations: - Vancouver and surrounding Indigenous communities - Federal institutions in the Pacific Region: William Head Institution, Mission Institution (Minimum and Medium Security), Kwìkwèxwelhp Healing Village, Matsqui Institution, Pacific Institution (including Regional Treatment Centre and La Lem Xeyy:qt), Fraser Valley Institution, Mountain Institution, Kent Institution - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $250,987.50 CAD (GST/HST extra) - Period of Performance: - 10 months with two optional one-year extensions, totaling up to 34 months - No specific OEMs or product line items are involved, as this is a service-based requirement.

Description

The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) intends to award a contract to deliver services supporting the reintegration needs of Indigenous offenders. The work involves outreach, engagement, and collaboration with Indigenous communities, organizations, and CSC personnel to support offender reintegration, including community education about Section 84 and Section 81, identifying resources for release plans, and establishing engagement processes. The contract duration is 34 months starting May 19, 2026, with an estimated value of $250,987.50 (GST/HST extra). The work is primarily located in Vancouver and surrounding Indigenous communities, with possible work in federal institutions within the Pacific Region.

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