RFP: Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan Contract Work

Synopsis:
The City of North Battleford is seeking proposals from an individual or a firm for a contract supporting the development and execution of initiatives outlined in the City’s Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan (est. 2024).

Duties to be fulfilled under this contract:

• assessment of the current state of regional wellbeing and creation of a baseline for measuring progress
• collection & interpretation of data from local social agencies & government ministries
• development of metrics to monitor the success of regional safety & wellbeing initiatives
• organization and execution of monthly steering committee meetings with local stakeholders/agencies; regular check-ins with Community-Based Organizations
• preparation of reports for City Council

Desired Qualifications

• experience working with various levels of government and community-based organizations, in particular, with Indigenous governments and communities
• familiarity with the Battlefords region
• basic understanding of complex social issues, IE: mental health, addictions, homelessness, poverty, generational trauma
• skilled in use of computers, including Microsoft Office Suite programs
• proficiency with the English language, both verbal and written communications

Contract Information

The total value of this contract is not to exceed $49,500 and work will commence upon signature of the contract. A final report draft of duties fulfilled under this contract must be provided to the City of North Battleford no later than January 23, 2026. Note: prior to awarding of this contract, the Provincial Ministry of Justice must approve the City of North Battleford’s suggested proponent.

Evaluation Criteria

Following evaluation of submitted proposals, a short list of proponents will be contacted for interviews.

Additional Information

• The contractor will provide monthly invoicing to the City of North Battleford containing the following:
  • hours worked;
  • rate per hour; and,
  • expenses incurred with corresponding receipts.
• The contractor will provide reports to City Council during open Council Meetings during the duration of this contract upon request.
• The contractor will submit a draft final report to the Director of Protective Services no later than January 23, 2026, including the following:
  • a baseline of current wellbeing in the Battlefords;
  • specific tangible metrics to monitor wellbeing activities and initiatives by which progress can be monitored;
  • data and relevant interpretations of data from local social agencies and federal/provincial governments;
  • summary of steering committee meetings and local community engagement; and,
  • a preliminary business case to be presented to North Battleford City Council for consideration of a funded Safety & Wellbeing Coordinator position.
• The contractor must provide their own computer and mobile device.

City of North Battleford Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan

This plan focuses on community wellness as the City of North Battleford works to improve the overall health and safety of the Battlefords region. The four key areas of focus for this plan include mental health & substance use, housing, youth supports, and community engagement.

Visit this link to view the complete City of North Battleford Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan & additional background information.