Legal Services Retainer Agreements

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is seeking to establish Legal Services Retainer Agreements through a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA). The core objective is to procure legal services across various categories to support CMHC's mandate of facilitating access to quality, affordable housing for Canadians. Respondents can submit proposals for any or all of the following categories: General Corporate and Commercial Advisory Services, Employment and Labour and Pension and Benefits, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Commercial and Finance Transactions, Real Estate, Default Management and Prevention, Indigenous Law, Capital Markets, Information Technology, and Other.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Mike Shellard, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Insurance Requirements: Bidders must maintain specific insurance coverage, including:
  • Professional Liability Insurance with limits ranging from $1 million to $10 million depending on the size of the firm.
  • Computer Security and Privacy Liability Insurance with similar limits.
• Experience Requirements: Bidders should demonstrate relevant experience in the specified legal categories.
• Geographic Restrictions: Services must be provided within Canada.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in various legal domains as outlined in the categories above. Specific technical skills may include:

• Knowledge of corporate and commercial law
• Familiarity with employment and labor regulations
• Experience in litigation and dispute resolution
• Understanding of real estate transactions and Indigenous law

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the provision of legal advice and representation as required across the specified categories. Performance standards will likely be outlined in the Master Retainer Agreement, focusing on timely and effective legal support.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Additional certifications in specialized legal areas
• Proven track record of working with government entities
• Experience in handling complex legal matters within the housing sector

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity for prospective bidders to assess their fit for the CMHC's legal services requirements.