Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to obtain quotations from qualified service providers for the review and revision of the Municipal Health Services By-law. The review aims to ensure the by-law's enforceability, relevance, clarity, and alignment with current legal and legislative frameworks, as well as best practices in comparable municipalities.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Conducting document analysis of existing by-laws and legislative frameworks.
• Benchmarking against best-practice models in similar municipalities.
• Performing risk assessments to identify current and emerging public health risks.
• Preparing a revised by-law with updated definitions, enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and administrative procedures.
• Legal vetting of the revised by-law text.
• Facilitating internal consultations with the Municipal Health Services team and other departments.
• Engaging externally with local municipalities, provincial health authorities, business sectors, and stakeholders through meetings, workshops, and written submissions.
• Incorporating stakeholder feedback and preparing a consultation report.
• Finalizing the draft for Council approval and Gazette publication.
• Processing the final council-approved by-law for publication in the Provincial Gazette.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Analysis of existing by-laws and legislative frameworks.
• Benchmarking against best practices.
• Risk assessment for public health issues.
• Drafting and legal vetting of the revised by-law.
• Stakeholder engagement and consultation documentation.
• Preparation of final draft aligned with legal and service standards.
• Processing of the final approved by-law for Gazette publication.

Skills Requirements

The successful service provider must demonstrate:

• Expertise in municipal legislative review and by-law drafting.
• Legal proficiency in public health and municipal law.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and facilitation.
• Risk assessment capabilities related to public health.
• Strong analytical and document analysis skills.
• Ability to benchmark against best practices in comparable municipalities.
• Legal vetting and compliance expertise.
• Effective communication and report writing skills.