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Traffic Control Person - Vocational Training to offenders
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking proposals for the provision of Traffic Control Person (TCP) vocational training for offenders at various federal institutions in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The primary objective is to deliver training courses that lead to third-party certification, equipping offenders with skills that enhance their employability upon release. The training will be conducted in both English and French, depending on the location.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION
The issuing organization is the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Linda Mandeville, who can be reached via email at [email protected].
KEY DATES
- Posted Date: May 25, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: June 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Atlantic Daylight Time (ADT)
- Performance Period: From the date of contract award until June 30, 2027, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods.
CONTRACT DETAILS
This procurement is structured as a competitive bid process, where the contract will be awarded to the lowest priced compliant bid. The CSC may issue up to two contracts: one for New Brunswick and another for Nova Scotia. No specific budget range is mentioned.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:
- Must be a Canadian supplier (this opportunity is not open to international bidders).
- Must provide TCP training in English for Nova Scotia and in both English and French for New Brunswick.
- Resources must be able to communicate effectively in the required languages without assistance.
- Must deliver all training materials and equipment to the specified locations prior to course commencement.
- Must provide a list of successful participants and certificates within 21 days post-training completion.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Bidders should possess the capability to:
- Deliver TCP training that meets third-party certification standards.
- Provide necessary training materials, including manuals, PPE, and testing materials.
- Ensure instructors are qualified and capable of delivering the training effectively.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Key deliverables include:
- Sufficient instructors for each training location.
- Comprehensive training materials and equipment.
- Timely delivery of participant lists and certificates.
- All work must be performed in compliance with security requirements as stipulated by CSC.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest price compliant bid. There are no additional criteria specified beyond pricing, making cost the primary factor in the selection process.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:
- Previous experience delivering vocational training in correctional settings.
- Familiarity with the specific needs and challenges of training offenders.
- Ability to provide bilingual training materials and instruction.
This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for bidders to assess their fit for the project. Bidders are encouraged to review the complete statement of work and evaluation criteria available on the Canada Buys website.
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Traffic Control Person - Vocational Training for offenders This requirement is for: The Correctional Service of Canada CORCAN, various Atlantic institutions in the New-Brunswick and Nova Scotia region. Trade agreement: This procurement is not subject to any trade agreement. Policy on Reciprocal Procurement: This solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers. Competitive Procurement Strategy: lowest priced compliant bid. Set-aside under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business: This procurement is not subject to any set-asides for Indigenous Suppliers. Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: This procurement is not subject to a Comprehensive Land Claims Agreement. Security Requirements: This contract includes security requirements. Nature of Requirements: The following is a summary of the statement of work for this requirement. The Correctional Service of Canada has a requirement to provide Traffic Control Person (TCP) training courses leading to third-party certification to groups of offenders at Federal Institutions in the New Brunswick and Nova Scotia region. Objectives: To provide, upon request, training leading to third party certification as a Traffic Control Person to groups of offenders at various institutions and Community Industries in the New-Brunswick and Nova Scotia region. Deliverables: For each course, the Contractor must provide: a) Sufficient resources (instructors) for each location for which the Contractor has been identified to provide services. b) Training materials which would include manuals, handouts, materials, personal protective equipment (PPE) and any other necessary equipment, written exercises and testing as required for the completion of the applicable course. c) Delivery of all materials/equipment to the location prior to start of course (materials/equipment will be stored on site at the location during the course). d) A list of successful participants to the Designated Manager. e) Copy of certificates for successful participants within 21 days of course completion, delivered to the Designated Manager (can be delivered by email or mail). The Contractor must perform all work in English for Nova Scotia sites and in English and French at New Brunswick sites as requested. The Contractor’s resources must be able to communicate orally and in writing without any assistance and with minimal errors in English, French or both English and French. Multiple Contracts Canada may issue up to two (2) contracts as a result of this request for proposal process. One (1) contract for Region A – New Brunswick (Dorchester Complex, Community Industries and Atlantic Institution); and One (1) contract for Region B – Nova Scotia (Springhill Institution and Nova Institution for women). Bidders may submit a bid for one or both regions. However, bidders submitting a bid for both regions must be able to supply sufficient materials, equipment and resources to provide the TCP courses to all of the institutional sites listed within the regions for which they are submitting a bid. Any conditions for participation of suppliers not specified in solicitation documentation: none. Estimated quantity of commodity: see solicitation document statement of work and basis of payment. Duration of Contract and Time Frame for Delivery: Period of the Contract: The Work is to be performed from date of contract to June 30, 2027 with the option to renew for two (2) additional one-year periods. File Number: 21C20-26-5340901 Contracting Authority: Linda Mandeville Telephone number: 438-357-6503 E-mail: [email protected] NOTE TO BIDDERS: Bidders can obtain the complete statement of work and evaluation criteria by downloading the solicitation document and associated documents from the Canada buys / tender opportunities website. The Crown reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada (English or French). After contract award, bidders may request a debriefing on the results of the bid solicitation process. Bidders should make the request to the Contracting Authority within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of the results of the bid solicitation process. The debriefing may be in writing, by telephone or in person. Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) offers seminars to businesses interested in learning how to sell goods and services to the Government of Canada. The seminars are FREE. Topics include: ? Understand the federal procurement process; ? Learn about searching for opportunities; ? Find out how to bid on opportunities; ? Discover how to prepare to sell to the government. The full schedule of seminars can be found on the Procurement Assistance Canada website, under find an event (Procurement Assistance Canada: Find an event - Canada.ca).
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement Category
Services
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Regions of Opportunity
National Capital Region (NCR)
Regions of Delivery
New Brunswick *Nova Scotia
Reference Number
cb-427-86158747
Amendment Number
001
Contracting Entity
Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)
Contact Name
Linda Mandeville
Contact Email
Contact Phone
+14383576503
Contact Country
Canada
Organization City
Ottawa
Organization Province / State
Ontario
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
June 16, 2026
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