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What is "Elder Services"?

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### PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking to procure Elder Services for Indigenous offenders in the Ontario Region. The core objective is to provide spiritual and cultural guidance through teachings, counseling, and traditional ceremonies, thereby aiding Indigenous offenders in their healing journeys. The Elder will facilitate individual and group sessions, offer advice to staff, and participate in case management activities to support the reintegration of Indigenous offenders into society.

### ISSUING ORGANIZATION
- **Organization**: Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)
- **Location**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- **Primary Contact**: Monika Alexander
- **Email**: ont.rhq.bidreceiving-receptionoffres.ar.ont@csc-scc.gc.ca

### KEY DATES
- **Posted Date**: March 24, 2026
- **Proposal Due Date**: April 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT
- **Anticipated Award Date**: Not specified
- **Performance Period**: April 15, 2026, to March 31, 2027

### CONTRACT DETAILS
- **Contract Type**: Firm-fixed-price
- **Estimated Contract Value**: $104,882.10 (GST/HST extra)
- **Option Years**: None specified

### MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- **Recognition**: Must be recognized as an Elder/Cultural Advisor by their Indigenous community.
- **Experience**: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in delivering spiritual and cultural services to Indigenous people, including counseling and conducting ceremonies.
- **Guidance**: Familiarity with protocols surrounding traditional medicines and spiritual effects.
- **Community Engagement**: Must meet with a circle of Elders already contracted with CSC to validate capabilities.
- **Security Clearance**: Personnel must hold a valid Reliability Status granted by CSC.
- **Geographic Restrictions**: Services must be performed in the Ontario Region, including virtual sites and specific district locations.

### TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
- **Cultural Knowledge**: Deep understanding of traditional Indigenous culture, ceremonies, and healing practices.
- **Counseling Skills**: Ability to provide individual and group counseling sessions.
- **Advisory Role**: Capability to advise institutional staff on Indigenous spirituality and cultural practices.

### DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- **Monthly Reporting**: The Elder must report to the Technical Authority monthly, summarizing tasks and hours worked.
- **Participation in Case Management**: Involvement in case conferences and progress reporting on offenders' healing paths.

### EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- **Technical Capability**: Demonstration of cultural knowledge and counseling experience.
- **Community Recognition**: Validation of status as an Elder by the Indigenous community.
- **Engagement with Existing Elders**: Willingness to collaborate with current contracted Elders.

### PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- **Additional Experience**: Experience in providing guidance to staff on Indigenous cultural practices.
- **Participation in Advisory Bodies**: Previous involvement in regional or national advisory committees related to Indigenous spirituality.

This summary captures the essential information for potential bidders to assess their fit for the Elder Services opportunity with CSC.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is April 9, 2026 (6 days left).

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