Opportunity
CanadaBuys #21120-26-5297883
CSC Seeks Indigenous Elder, Helper, and Spiritual Care Services for Stony Mountain Institution
Posted
June 11, 2026
Respond By
June 26, 2026
Identifier
21120-26-5297883
NAICS
624190
This opportunity from the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) seeks specialized Indigenous cultural and spiritual services for Stony Mountain Institution in Manitoba. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) - Contact: Lynn-Stacy Gracia-Jules - Pre-Identified Supplier: - The Native Clan Organization Inc. (Indigenous supplier) - Services Requested: - Elder Services: - Traditional teachings, ceremonies, counseling, guidance, and participation in case management for Indigenous offenders - Elder Helper Services: - Support for Elders and Indigenous offenders during ceremonies, assistance with reports, scheduling, cultural activities, and counseling when Elders are unavailable - Spiritual Care Program Pathfinder Services: - Oversight and quality control of Elder and Elder Helper services, recruitment, reporting, invoicing, and ensuring compliance with CSC requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous suppliers (excluding individuals who are Elders) under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business - All personnel must hold Reliability Status security clearance - Minimum experience and community recognition required for each role - Services must be delivered on-site at Stony Mountain Institution - No products or part numbers are requested; this is a service-based procurement - Estimated contract value: $2,573,087.93 CAD - Contract duration: 24 months from award
Description
This advanced contract award notice (ACAN) indicates the intent to award a contract for Elder, Elder Helper, and Spiritual Care Program Pathfinder services at Stony Mountain Institution, Manitoba. The services support Indigenous offenders' traditional healing and cultural practices, including ceremonial, spiritual, counseling, guidance, case management, and program oversight. The contract duration is 24 months with an estimated value of $2,573,087.93 (GST/HST extra). The procurement is set-aside for Indigenous Suppliers (excluding individuals who are Elders).