Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Provision of Hydrographic/Bathymetric Production Services - RFSA 30004518A (2026)
- Due
- Jun 30, 2029
- 960 days left
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Tammy O'Toole
- (343) 550-1758
The 30-second brief
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is seeking qualified suppliers to establish a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) for hydrographic and bathymetric production services under solicitation 30004518A. The scope of work encompasses four service streams: hydrographic/bathymetric training services, hydrographic navigational charting support and production services, bathymetric data assessment and processing services, and hydrographic/bathymetric consulting services. Services involve digital navigational chart production, S-57 and S-101 exchange sets, data georeferencing, digitization, and Teledyne CARIS software utilization. The supply arrangement will remain active until June 30, 2029, with ongoing qualification opportunities.
Hydrographic/Bathymetric training services, Hydrographic navigational charting support and production services, Bathymetric data assessment and processing services, Hydrographic/bathymetric consulting services
Mandatory Technical Criteria per stream
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Summary
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is seeking qualified suppliers to establish a Request for Supply Arrangement (RFSA) for hydrographic and bathymetric production services under solicitation 30004518A. The scope of work encompasses four service streams: hydrographic/bathymetric training services, hydrographic navigational charting support and production services, bathymetric data assessment and processing services, and hydrographic/bathymetric consulting services.
Services involve digital navigational chart production, S-57 and S-101 exchange sets, data georeferencing, digitization, and Teledyne CARIS software utilization. The supply arrangement will remain active until June 30, 2029, with ongoing qualification opportunities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Mandatory Technical Criteria per stream
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Hydrographic/Bathymetric training services
- Hydrographic navigational charting support and production services
- Bathymetric data assessment and processing services
- Hydrographic/bathymetric consulting services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Technical Arrangement
- Certifications
- Integrity Provisions - Declaration of Convicted Offences
- Ineligibility and Suspension Policy Documentation
- Application for Registration (AFR) form for Security Requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Canada
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 June 30, 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 Tammy O'Toole.
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 Tammy O'Toole at (343) 550-1758. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hydrographic/Bathymetric training services, Hydrographic navigational charting support and production services, Bathymetric data assessment and processing services, Hydrographic/bathymetric consulting services. 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 Criteria per stream" 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 June 30, 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 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: Technical Arrangement, Certifications, Integrity Provisions - Declaration of Convicted Offences, Ineligibility and Suspension Policy Documentation, Application for Registration (AFR) form for Security. 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: Canada. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
