Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Request for Supply Arrangement for South Coast Salmon Monitoring and Biological Support - Solicitation 30004087A, 2026
- Due
- Jun 30, 2028
- 601 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Tammy O'Toole
- (343) 496-0686
The 30-second brief
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Pacific Region, is seeking qualified firms to enter into a Supply Arrangement (SA) to provide South Coast Salmon Monitoring and Biological Support services on an as-and-when-requested basis. The work encompasses four categories: South Coast Salmon Population Monitoring and Biological Support, South Coast Salmon Fishery Monitoring and Biological Support, South Coast Salmon Habitat Monitoring and Biological Support, and South Coast Salmon Population, Fishery and Habitat Analysis. Services include snorkel surveys, mark-resight/recapture, tag application, telemetry, DIDSON sonar, juvenile/adult trapping, micro-trolling, broodstock removal and dead pitch, fence monitoring and maintenance, acoustic surveys, non-salmon species surveys, genetic/tissue/organ analysis, salmon aging analysis, thermal mark analysis, biosampling, fishery interviews, effort counts, river profiling, habitat impact mapping and monitoring, hydromet station installation and maintenance, program design, data format collection and analysis, and project review and report production. Work will be conducted across three zones in the South Coast Area of British Columbia, including Vancouver Island, Mainland Inlets, and the Sunshine Coast. The solicitation includes a General Stream and a PSIB Stream set aside under the federal government Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. The submission deadline is June 30, 2028.
Category 1: South Coast Salmon Population Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 2: South Coast Salmon Fishery Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 3: South Coast Salmon Habitat Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 4: South Coast Salmon Population, Fishery and Habitat Analysis
Mandatory Technical Criteria, Evaluation of Price
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Summary
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Pacific Region, is seeking qualified firms to enter into a Supply Arrangement (SA) to provide South Coast Salmon Monitoring and Biological Support services on an as-and-when-requested basis.
The work encompasses four categories: South Coast Salmon Population Monitoring and Biological Support, South Coast Salmon Fishery Monitoring and Biological Support, South Coast Salmon Habitat Monitoring and Biological Support, and South Coast Salmon Population, Fishery and Habitat Analysis. Services include snorkel surveys, mark-resight/recapture, tag application, telemetry, DIDSON sonar, juvenile/adult trapping, micro-trolling, broodstock removal and dead pitch, fence monitoring and maintenance, acoustic surveys, non-salmon species surveys, genetic/tissue/organ analysis, salmon aging analysis, thermal mark analysis, biosampling, fishery interviews, effort counts, river profiling, habitat impact mapping and monitoring, hydromet station installation and maintenance, program design, data format collection and analysis, and project review and report production. Work will be conducted across three zones in the South Coast Area of British Columbia, including Vancouver Island, Mainland Inlets, and the Sunshine Coast. The solicitation includes a General Stream and a PSIB Stream set aside under the federal government Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. The submission deadline is June 30, 2028.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Mandatory Technical Criteria, Evaluation of Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Category 1: South Coast Salmon Population Monitoring and Biological Support
- Category 2: South Coast Salmon Fishery Monitoring and Biological Support
- Category 3: South Coast Salmon Habitat Monitoring and Biological Support
- Category 4: South Coast Salmon Population, Fishery and Habitat Analysis
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- List of Names for Integrity Verification Form
- Offer Submission Form
- Offeror Declaration Form
- Basis of Payment
REQUIRED STAFFING
7- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 26 months
- Scope location
- British Columbia, 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, 2028. 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) 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 Technician (Crew), Intermediate Technician (Crew), Senior Technician (Crew Chief), Junior Biologist, Intermediate Biologist, Senior Biologist, Advanced Biologist. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 1: South Coast Salmon Population Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 2: South Coast Salmon Fishery Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 3: South Coast Salmon Habitat Monitoring and Biological Support; Category 4: South Coast Salmon Population, Fishery and Habitat Analysis. 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, Evaluation of Price" 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 June 30, 2028, 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: List of Names for Integrity Verification Form, Offer Submission Form, Offeror Declaration Form, Basis of Payment. 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.