Opportunity
Saskatchewan Tenders #ICT-ACA-303
Specialized Employment and Training Services for Indigenous People in Saskatoon
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 15, 2026
Identifier
ICT-ACA-303
NAICS
624310, 611430
The Government of Saskatchewan's Ministry of Immigration and Career Training is seeking to contract STC Urban First Nations Services Inc. for specialized employment and training services targeting Indigenous participants in Saskatoon. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Immigration and Career Training, Career and Employment Services - Office: Career and Employment Services - Vendor Mentioned: - STC Urban First Nations Services Inc. - Services Requested: - Individualized employment planning - Essential skills development - Employment readiness training - Employment-related supports - Employer engagement activities - Coordinated referrals to community-based services - Target: 135 Indigenous participants facing multiple barriers to employment - Unique Requirements: - Culturally informed supports for Indigenous job seekers, including those transitioning from Corrections - Targeted outcomes: at least 70% program completion, employment, further education, or achievement of employability dimensions - No products requested; only specialized services - Estimated annual contract value: $374,700 - One-year period of performance
Description
The Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Immigration and Career Training (ICT), Career and Employment Services intends to contract with STC Urban First Nations Services Inc. to provide specialized career and employment services for Indigenous Participants with multiple barriers to employment. The services include individualized employment planning, essential skills development, employment readiness training, employment-related supports, employer engagement activities, and coordinated referrals to community-based services. The program aims to increase employment opportunities and workforce readiness for Indigenous job seekers, including those transitioning from Corrections, through culturally informed supports. The contract is anticipated to have a one-year term with an approximate annual value of $374,700.