Department of Fisheries and Oceans - Stream to Sea Program Delivery and Coordination Services - 30008053 (2026)
- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Manon Paulin
- (438) 468-3247
The 30-second brief
Fisheries and Oceans Canada requests proposals for Stream to Sea Program delivery and coordination services across Victoria, Sooke, Saanich, and Southern Gulf Islands (School Districts 61, 62, 63, 64). The work includes training educators, setting up classroom incubators and aquaria, delivering salmon eggs to schools, conducting indoor/outdoor classroom sessions on the salmon life cycle, fish dissections, aquatic ecosystems, and habitat requirements, providing maintenance support for aquaria, developing spring fry release programs, participating in live salmon transport and broodstock spawning, and supporting Pacific Region tracking and reporting. Additional activities involve Storm Drain Marking, community outreach, and regional team participation. The contract runs from award to July 31, 2028, with three optional one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026.
Technical Merit (70%), Price (30%)
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Summary
Fisheries and Oceans Canada requests proposals for Stream to Sea Program delivery and coordination services across Victoria, Sooke, Saanich, and Southern Gulf Islands (School Districts 61, 62, 63, 64).
The work includes training educators, setting up classroom incubators and aquaria, delivering salmon eggs to schools, conducting indoor/outdoor classroom sessions on the salmon life cycle, fish dissections, aquatic ecosystems, and habitat requirements, providing maintenance support for aquaria, developing spring fry release programs, participating in live salmon transport and broodstock spawning, and supporting Pacific Region tracking and reporting. Additional activities involve Storm Drain Marking, community outreach, and regional team participation. The contract runs from award to July 31, 2028, with three optional one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical Merit (70%), Price (30%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Offer Submission Form
- Offeror Declaration Form
- Resume(s) for proposed personnel
- Driver's license
- RCMP Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 57 months
- Scope location
- British Columbia, Canada
- Reported agency
- Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fisheries and Oceans Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Manon Paulin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fisheries and Oceans Canada in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Manon Paulin at (438) 468-3247. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Technical Merit (70%), Price (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fisheries and Oceans Canada?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Offer Submission Form, Offeror Declaration Form, resume(s) for proposed personnel, driver's license, RCMP Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check. Review the full document from Fisheries and Oceans Canada for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: British Columbia, Canada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.