CanadaBuys #21801-26-0060

CSC Seeks Elder Services for Indigenous Offenders in British Columbia

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking to contract Elder services to support Indigenous offenders at Kent Institution and other correctional facilities in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Agency: Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) / Service correctionnel du Canada (SCC) - Office: Procurement & Contracting Specialist - OEMs and Vendors: - No commercial OEMs or vendors; the pre-identified supplier is Cecile Thunder, a recognized Elder - Products/Services Requested: - Elder services for Indigenous offenders, including: - Traditional teachings, spiritual guidance, and counseling (individual and group) - Ceremonial and cultural practices - Advice on Indigenous spirituality, traditional medicines, and protocols - Participation in case management, progress reporting, and advisory committees - Escorting offenders for spiritual purposes - Guidance to staff on Indigenous cultural matters - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) - Provider must be a recognized Elder or Cultural Advisor within their community - Minimum five years of experience delivering spiritual and cultural services - Security clearance (Reliability Status) required for personnel - Services may be delivered at multiple facilities in British Columbia, including Kent Institution, Abbotsford, Agassiz, Harrison Mills, Mission, Victoria, and Vancouver - Estimated contract value: $282,041.00 CAD - Contract duration: 32 months with an option to extend for one additional year

Description

This advanced contract award notice (ACAN) indicates the intent to award a contract for Elder services to support Indigenous offenders' traditional healing journeys at Kent Institution in Agassiz, BC. The services include teachings, guidance, counseling, ceremonies, and cultural practices, with possible escorting of offenders for spiritual purposes. The contract duration is 32 months starting from July 9, 2026, with a cost estimate of $282,041.00 (GST/HST extra). The procurement is set aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB).

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