Opportunity
CanadaBuys #21465-27-5434161
Procurement of Elder Services for Indigenous Offender Support in Ontario
Posted
July 06, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
21465-27-5434161
NAICS
624190
This opportunity is a service-based procurement from the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) for Elder services to support Indigenous offenders in Ontario. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), Government of Canada - Services Requested: - Elder services to support Indigenous offenders' traditional healing journeys - Includes counseling, teachings, ceremonial services, advice, guidance, case management, and participation in meetings - Requirements: - Service provider must be an individual recognized as an Elder or Cultural Advisor - Minimum five years of experience in spiritual and cultural services - Familiarity with traditional medicines and spiritual effects - Personnel must hold a valid RELIABILITY STATUS granted or approved by CSC - Set aside for Indigenous Suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a service-only requirement - Estimated contract value: $71,246.78 - Period of performance: 8 months
Description
This solicitation is an advanced contract award notice for Elder services to support Indigenous offenders' traditional healing journeys in Ontario. The services include counseling, teachings, ceremonial services, advice, guidance, case management, and participation in meetings. The contract duration is 8 months, starting July 20, 2026, with an estimated value of $71,246.78 (GST/HST extra). The procurement is set aside for Indigenous Suppliers under the PSIB and requires personnel to hold a valid RELIABILITY STATUS granted or approved by CSC.