National Defence Independent Legal Assistance Program Criminal Law Support Services

National Defence Canada seeks offers from Canadian organizations to provide independent legal assistance program legal support services. The required lawyers will provide independent legal information and advice strictly limited to criminal law matters for individuals who have experienced sexual misconduct. Legal advice regarding civil claims, grievances, human rights complaints, employment or disciplinary issues, and other administrative remedies against the government is explicitly excluded, and performance occurs offsite. Offerors must provide an Offer Submission Form, an Offeror Declaration Form, a Contract Security Program Application for Registration form, proof of financial capability, and firm rates. The buyer evaluates technical proposals against mandatory criteria assessing lawyer membership, professional liability insurance, and experience. Bidders must submit offers digitally by email or via CPC Connect by 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on December 16, 2026, and direct enquiries to [email protected].