Optometry Services

This requirement is for: The Correctional Service of Canada, Bath Institution.

Trade agreement: This procurement is not subject to any trade agreement.

Tendering procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid.

Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest priced compliant bid.

Set-aside under the Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business: This procurement is not subject to any set-asides for Aboriginal 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 (CSC) Health Services require the services of an optometrist for Bath Institution in the Ontario Region. The Contractor (Optometrist) will provide optometry services to inmates and collaborate with the institution's multi-disciplinary health services team that includes, but is not limited to, nurses, physician, dietitians, radiology services, dental, psychiatry, psychology and other allied healthcare professionals.

Objectives: Provide essential optometry services, on an as and when requested basis, to inmates at Bath Institution as an optometrist, in accordance with CSC’s CDs, Health Services Policies, and Guidelines.

Deliverables: Services include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Performing general eye examinations to rule out pathology and/or diagnose disorders of the eye (including but not limited to, glaucoma, diabetes, eye dilation).
2. Performing tests of visual acuity, including but not limited to:

measurements of refractive errors;

measurement of full field perimetry;

verifying prescription glasses;

annual eye examinations for diabetics.

1. Treating conditions of the eye, including but not limited to conjunctivitis, blepharitis, uveitis, presence of foreign bodies, by prescribing or administering medication or appropriate eye care;
2. Prescribing corrective lenses to treat visual impairment as per the guidelines in the Essential Health Services Framework.
3. Upon receipt of frames, checking the prescription, fit and the choice of frame to validate compliance with requirements.
4. Fitting and adjusting existing frames to ensure a correct and comfortable fit and performing minor repairs on site as requested by the Chief Health Services. Repairs shall include hinge repair and replacement of fronts, temples and nose pads (regardless of manufacturer).
5. Making appropriate referrals to other health care providers including but not limited to ophthalmologists or medical practitioners and/or CNIB in accordance with requirements.
6. Providing advice to prevent visual disorders and promote healthy habits to maintain good vision

Term of Contract:

Period of the Contract: The Work is to be performed during the period of October 17, 2021 to October 16, 2023 with the option to renew for two (2) additional one-year periods.

File Number: 21423-25-3674078

Contracting Authority: Jason Scott

Telephone number: 613-530-3001

Facsimile number: 613-536-4571

E-mail: Jason.Scott@csc-scc.gc.ca

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