Black Mental Health

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking proposals to provide continuous mental health support and programming for federally incarcerated offenders in the Ontario and Nunavut regions, with a specific focus on Indigenous and ethnocultural offenders, particularly Black offenders. The core objective is to deliver culturally relevant mental health and emotional resilience support through collaboration with a Black-focused, Black-led community agency. Key services include in-person engagement sessions at each institution, ongoing access to culturally competent mental health services, and a reliable source of support throughout the contract period. The overarching goal is to ensure Black offenders have uninterrupted access to culturally safe mental health services, thereby enhancing their emotional resilience and supporting their reintegration efforts.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Primary Contact: Danielle Murdoch
Email: [email protected]

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bidders must demonstrate the ability to provide culturally relevant mental health support specifically tailored to Black offenders.
• Collaboration with a Black-focused, Black-led community agency is required.
• Bidders must have experience in delivering mental health services within correctional settings or similar environments.
• No specific certifications, registrations, or security clearances are mentioned as mandatory.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in culturally competent mental health services, including both group and individual therapy sessions. Familiarity with the unique challenges faced by Black offenders in correctional settings is essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include:

• Experience working with Black communities or in culturally sensitive environments.
• Established relationships with Black-led community organizations.
• Proven track record in providing mental health services in correctional settings or similar contexts.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the project.