Saskatchewan Tenders #ICT-ACA-308

Specialized career and employment services for Indigenous individuals in Saskatchewan

This opportunity involves the Government of Saskatchewan contracting for specialized workforce development services for Indigenous individuals in Regina. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Immigration and Career Training (ICT), Career Services - Office: Career Services - Vendor: - George Gordon Developments Ltd. (Indigenous-owned organization) - Services Requested: - Delivery of the Wicehtowak Workforce Development Program - Personalized case management and comprehensive assessments - Employment goal setting and ongoing support - Job search workshops, vocational and life skills development - Certification and credential evaluation - Employment-related financial supports (e.g., PPE, work boots, tools, hard hats) - Employer partnerships for work placements - Participation in employment events - Collaboration with local service providers for wraparound support - Program Details: - Targeting Indigenous individuals aged 16 or older, legally entitled to work in Canada - Continuous intake service model - Targeted outcomes: employment and further education - 70% success rate for primary and secondary outcomes - Anticipated to serve 250 participants annually - Contract Value: - Approximate annual value of $276,700 - Unique Requirements: - Indigenous-focused, client-centred approach - Emphasis on employer partnerships and wraparound supports - No mention of option years or extensions

Description

The Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Immigration and Career Training (ICT), Career Services intends to contract with George Gordon Developments Ltd. to provide specialized career and employment services aimed at connecting Indigenous individuals to the labour market to find and maintain ongoing employment. The program includes personalized case management, career development services, employer partnerships, and collaboration with local service providers to support Indigenous participants. The contract is for a one-year term with an approximate annual value of $276,700. The program targets Indigenous individuals aged 16 or older who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

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