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How to Become a (Group Home / Staffed Home) Provider for CLBC
If you are interested in operating a group home or staffed home for adults with developmental disabilities, you must be approved as a service provider by Community Living British Columbia (CLBC). Below is an overview of the process:
- Contact CLBC
Start by reaching out to your local CLBC office. You can find contact information on the CLBC website.
- Understand CLBC Requirements
CLBC will provide guidelines and eligibility criteria, which typically include:
- Demonstrated experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of person-centered planning and inclusive practices
- Ability to meet provincial health and safety standards
- Compliance with licensing requirements under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act (if applicable)
- Complete the Application Process
If you are interested in becoming a qualified service provider, you may wish to complete the following:
- Review the RFQ 590 Documents posted to the BC Bid Portal (steps for finding these documents are below)
- Find full details on the BC Bid website
- Review CLBC’s Practice Guide to CLBC’s RFQ for Service Providers which includes information on submitting an RFQ and tips for organizations interested in becoming a qualified service provider.
More Info: RFQs – Community Living BC
Contact CLBC with your questions
Email: CLBCDDandPSI@gov.bc.ca.
Steps for finding the RFQ 590 on the BC Bid Portal
Step 1: Open a web browser and go to BC Bid Portal.
Step 2: Search for the CLBC RFQ
- Click on “Opportunities” in the upper left-hand corner of the homepage.
- Filter the results by “Organization”.
- In the filter field, start typing “Community Living BC” and select it from the list and click “search”
Step 3: Locate the RFQ Opportunity
- A list of opportunities related to CLBC will appear.
- Find the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Service Providers.
- Click on the numbers under “Opportunity ID” to open the full details.
Step 4: Download the RFQ Documents
- In the opportunity details, there will be a section with attached documents.
- Download the following three documents:
- The RFQ Document (PDF) – Contains instructions, terms, and conditions.
- The RFQ Response Forms (Word document) – This is the main application form that service providers need to complete.
- Form O-1 (Excel document) – Used to indicate the geographic areas where services will be provided.
Optional: Register for BC Bid for More Features
- While it’s possible to download documents without an account, creating a Business BCeID allows access to additional functionalities, such as notifications and tracking submissions:
- Go to BCeID
- Register for a Business BCeID
- Complete the registration steps as directed
- Screening and Approval
CLBC will conduct:
- Background checks for all owners and staff (including criminal record checks)
- A review of your operational readiness and capacity to deliver services
- A site inspection of the residence (if required)
- Contracting with CLBC
Once approved, you will enter into a service contract with CLBC. This will outline:
- The services you will provide
- Funding arrangements
- Accountability and reporting requirements
- Ongoing Compliance
After approval, you must:
- Maintain compliance with CLBC policies and contractual obligations
- Ensure staff training and development
- Participate in regular quality assurance reviews