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Optometry Services Millhaven Institution Ontario Region
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The contract pertains to providing optometry services to inmates at the Millhaven Institution within the Ontario Region on behalf of the Correctional Service of Canada. The service provider, an optometrist, is required to deliver essential optometry care on an as-needed basis, working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team that includes nurses, physicians, dental staff, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other allied health professionals. Services must comply with the Correctional Service Canada’s Commissioners Directives, Health Services Policies, and Guidelines to ensure consistent and comprehensive care within the correctional environment. The contract spans a three-year period from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2029, and is awarded based on the lowest price compliant bid. Participation is limited to Canadian suppliers, and no set-asides exist for Indigenous businesses or obligations related to trade or land claim agreements. Security requirements are integral to this contract, reflecting the controlled environment of the institution. The contract includes mechanisms for bidders to engage in the procurement process, with an option for debriefing post-award and support available through Procurement Assistance Canada seminars, which aim to facilitate understanding of government procurement processes. The optometry services must align with the broader National Essential Health Services Framework employed by CSC, ensuring that healthcare delivery within correctional facilities maintains professional standards while respecting the autonomy of healthcare providers and leveraging partnerships with external health organizations where necessary. Contact with the contracting authority, Ashley Claessen-Sarault, is provided for further information, emphasizing transparent communication throughout the procurement process.
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Canada, Ontario (except NCR), CANSet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
