CanadaBuys #21801-26-0063

CSC Solicits Elder Helper Services for Indigenous Offenders in British Columbia

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is seeking Elder Helper services to support Indigenous offenders at federal institutions in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Agency: Correctional Service Canada (CSC) / Service correctionnel du Canada (SCC) - Office: Procurement & Contracting Specialist - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or product manufacturers are involved; this is a service-based procurement. - Pre-identified supplier: Arlene Andrew (for reference, not an OEM) - Services Requested: - Elder Helper Services to assist Elders in traditional ceremonies, teachings, and counselling - Support for healing and cultural understanding within correctional facilities - Coordination and supervision of ceremonies, group discussions, and cultural awareness sessions - Preparation of reports and provision of counselling when Elders are unavailable - Participation in staff meetings and Indigenous advisory committees - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) - Personnel must have at least two years (or five years, per one attachment) of relevant experience as an Elder Helper - Valid Reliability Status security clearance required - Must provide a resume and two references - Services delivered at multiple CSC institutions in British Columbia - Estimated Contract Value: $134,688.85 CAD - Period of Performance: 32 months with an option to extend for one additional year

Description

The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) requires Elder Helper services to support Indigenous offenders in British Columbia. The Elder Helpers assist Elders in traditional ceremonies, teachings, and counselling to promote healing and cultural understanding within federal institutions. The contract duration is 32 months, with services including supporting traditional ceremonies, providing counselling, scheduling ceremonies, and cultural awareness training. This procurement is set-aside for Indigenous suppliers under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB).

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