Fisheries and Oceans Canada - British Columbia Coastwide Ecosystem Monitoring Service - RFSA 30006201A, 2026
- Due
- Oct 31, 2029
- 1083 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Gisele Gautreau
- (343) 496-0686
The 30-second brief
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Pacific Region, seeks to establish a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) for ecosystem sampling services and data analysis across the coastwide of British Columbia (BC), including Offshore, Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, and the BC mainland coast and inlets. The requirement is broken into three categories: Category 1 (Imagery Analysis covering ROV footage, drone imagery, BRUV, wildlife cameras), Category 2 (Ecosystem Sampling & Sample Analysis covering aging structures, water collection for eDNA/microplastics, DNA samples, fish stomachs, sensor deployment/retrieval, sediment sampling, dive/snorkel/intertidal surveys, ocean variable sensors, and field application development), and Category 3 (Species, Environmental Variables and Habitat Analysis covering program design, data format, collection and analysis, and project review/report production). The contract term is 5 years, running until March 31, 2030, with an ongoing opportunity for qualification closing on October 31, 2029. Submissions must be sent by email to [email protected].
Category 1: Imagery Analysis (ROV annotation, BRUV annotation, Drone imagery, Wildlife camera and other remote imagery equipment), Category 2: Ecosystem sampling and sample analysis (Aging structure collection and analysis, Collect and process samples from non-tidal and tidal waters, Microplastics, EDNA analysis, Habitat, Mapping & Sampling, Surveys - dive, Surveys - snorkel, Surveys - intertidal, Ocean variables sensors - install and maintenance, Field Application Development), Category 3: Species, Environmental variables and habitat analysis ( Program Design and Development, Program Delivery and Co-ordination, Data Format, Collection and Analysis, Project Review and Report Production)
Mandatory technical and financial evaluation criteria
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Summary
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Pacific Region, seeks to establish a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) for ecosystem sampling services and data analysis across the coastwide of British Columbia (BC), including Offshore, Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, and the BC mainland coast and inlets.
The requirement is broken into three categories: Category 1 (Imagery Analysis covering ROV footage, drone imagery, BRUV, wildlife cameras), Category 2 (Ecosystem Sampling & Sample Analysis covering aging structures, water collection for eDNA/microplastics, DNA samples, fish stomachs, sensor deployment/retrieval, sediment sampling, dive/snorkel/intertidal surveys, ocean variable sensors, and field application development), and Category 3 (Species, Environmental Variables and Habitat Analysis covering program design, data format, collection and analysis, and project review/report production). The contract term is 5 years, running until March 31, 2030, with an ongoing opportunity for qualification closing on October 31, 2029. Submissions must be sent by email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Mandatory technical and financial evaluation criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Category 1: Imagery Analysis (ROV annotation, BRUV annotation, Drone imagery, Wildlife camera and other remote imagery equipment), Category 2: Ecosystem sampling and sample analysis (Aging structure collection and analysis, Collect and process samples from non-tidal and tidal waters, Microplastics, EDNA analysis, Habitat, Mapping & Sampling, Surveys - dive, Surveys - snorkel, Surveys - intertidal, Ocean variables sensors - install and maintenance, Field Application Development), Category 3: Species, Environmental variables and habitat analysis ( Program Design and Development, Program Delivery and Co-ordination, Data Format, Collection and Analysis, Project Review and Report Production)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Offer Submission Form
- Offeror Declaration Form
- Annex B - Basis of Payment
- Technical Evaluation / Experience Documentation
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- British Columbia, Canada
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from Fisheries and Oceans Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2029. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Gisele Gautreau.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
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 RFSOQ 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 Gisele Gautreau at (343) 496-0686. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Junior Aquatic Technician, Intermediate Aquatic Technician, Senior Aquatic Technician, Junior Biologist, Intermediate Biologist, Senior Biologist, Advanced Biologist / Consultants. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 1: Imagery Analysis (ROV annotation, BRUV annotation, Drone imagery, Wildlife camera and other remote imagery equipment), Category 2: Ecosystem sampling and sample analysis (Aging structure collection and analysis, Collect and process samples from non-tidal and tidal waters, Microplastics,. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Mandatory technical and financial evaluation criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fisheries and Oceans Canada?
All active and historical solicitations from Fisheries and Oceans Canada are tracked and searchable. As a federal agency, Fisheries and Oceans Canada regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 31, 2029, 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 RFSOQ?
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, Annex B - Basis of Payment, Technical Evaluation / Experience Documentation. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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.
