CanadaBuys #21801-26-0042

CSC Seeks Indigenous Community Reintegration Services for Offenders in British Columbia

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is seeking an Indigenous community or organization to deliver reintegration support services for Indigenous offenders in British Columbia, with a focus on rural and remote communities and eight federal correctional institutions. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service Canada (CSC), Pacific Region - Contracting & Procurement Officer: Carlie Skotynski - Services Requested: - Indigenous community reintegration support services for offenders - Activities include outreach, engagement, community education on the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (Sections 81 and 84), resource identification, release plan development, liaison with Indigenous communities and CSC staff, and comprehensive monthly and quarterly reporting - Services must be delivered in English and comply with CSC policies and Canadian laws - Pre-approved travel to multiple federal institutions is required - Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous businesses/organizations with First Nation Band and Council support - Minimum two years of relevant experience required - Compliance with paper and recycling standards, and institutional security protocols - Only Indigenous organizations are eligible to submit capabilities - Locations: - Work to be performed in Squamish, BC and at eight federal institutions: William Head, Mission (Minimum and Medium), Kwìkwèxwelhp Healing Village, Matsqui, Pacific Institution (including Regional Treatment Centre and La Lem Xeyy:qt Indigenous Unit), Fraser Valley, Mountain, and Kent - Estimated contract value: $250,987.50 CAD (GST/HST extra) - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a service-based procurement

Description

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) requires services to support the reintegration of Indigenous offenders, including outreach, engagement, community education, resource identification, and reporting. The work aims to enhance CSC's capacity to support Indigenous offenders' return to their communities through partnerships with Indigenous organizations. Tasks include providing community education on relevant corrections acts, identifying community resources, establishing engagement processes, assisting in release plan development, and reporting on activities. The contract duration is 34 months starting May 25, 2026, with an estimated value of $250,987.50 (GST/HST extra).

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