Indigenous Nursing Recruitment and Retention Guide

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Health (Health Canada) is seeking proposals to develop an Indigenous Nursing Recruitment and Retention Guide. The primary objective of this project is to create a resource that provides an Indigenous-led, distinctions-based perspective aimed at enhancing the recruitment and retention of Indigenous nurses across Canada. The guide will serve as a practical tool for employers, organizations, post-secondary educational institutions, and health system administrators to improve the working lives of Indigenous nurses.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

• Organization Name: Health Canada
• Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
• Primary Contact: Christian Bélanger
• Email: [email protected]
• Replacement Contact: Saynab Cabdulle ([email protected])

KEY DATES

• Solicitation Date: July 30, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
• Anticipated Start Date: Upon Contract Award
• Contract Duration: From the date of contract award until March 31, 2027

CONTRACT DETAILS

• Contract Type: Not specified, but likely a firm-fixed-price contract given the nature of the deliverable.
• Estimated Contract Value: Not mentioned.
• Number of Contracts: One

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• There are no specific mandatory certifications, registrations, or security clearances required for bidders.
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• Bidders must demonstrate the capability to develop an Indigenous-led guide focused on nursing recruitment and retention.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in:

• Indigenous health issues and nursing practices.
• Development of educational and recruitment materials.
• Engagement with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The key deliverable is the Indigenous Nursing Recruitment and Retention Guide, which must:

• Provide practical tools and strategies for improving Indigenous nurse recruitment and retention.
• Be developed with input from Indigenous communities and stakeholders.
• Be delivered by the contract end date of March 31, 2027.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on a combined highest score for technical merit and price. Specific weighting or priority of evaluation factors is not detailed, but bidders should focus on demonstrating technical capability and cost-effectiveness.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:

• Experience working with Indigenous communities or in Indigenous health sectors.
• Proven track record in developing similar guides or resources.
• Knowledge of best practices in nursing recruitment and retention strategies.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for the Indigenous Nursing Recruitment and Retention Guide, outlining the key elements necessary for potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity.