Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Stikine River Salmon Studies - 30007544, 2026
- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tammy O’Toole
- (343) 550-1758
The 30-second brief
Fisheries and Oceans Canada issues an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) to enumerate, collect, and report on biological information regarding adult and juvenile chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon at various locations on the Stikine River in British Columbia. The project involves 7 distinct field projects covering stock assessment data, biological samples, sizes, scales, otoliths, DNA collection, tagging, and sonar/weir operations from April/May through October. The estimated contract value is $1,726,821.39 over a 1-year term with two additional 1-year option periods, set aside under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. Interested suppliers must submit a statement of capabilities demonstrating 5 years of relevant experience by March 2, 2026.
Construct, Operate and maintain adult and juvenile salmon collection and enumeration devices including weirs, Video and sonar systems, Gee-traps, Beach seines and gill-nets; collect biological information and samples such as size, Scales, Otoliths, DNA; record, Maintain, Store and transmit computerized data; apply tags to adult and juvenile salmon; daily data reports; biological samples.
Demonstrated minimum 5 years experience in salmon enumeration, collection, and reporting; staff with minimum 5 years experience in adult Pacific salmon enumeration and sampling; staff with minimum 5 years experience in juvenile Pacific salmon collection and tagging; staff with minimum 5 years experience in adult Pacific salmon tagging.
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Summary
Fisheries and Oceans Canada issues an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) to enumerate, collect, and report on biological information regarding adult and juvenile chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon at various locations on the Stikine River in British Columbia.
The project involves 7 distinct field projects covering stock assessment data, biological samples, sizes, scales, otoliths, DNA collection, tagging, and sonar/weir operations from April/May through October. The estimated contract value is $1,726,821.39 over a 1-year term with two additional 1-year option periods, set aside under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. Interested suppliers must submit a statement of capabilities demonstrating 5 years of relevant experience by March 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Demonstrated minimum 5 years experience in salmon enumeration, collection, and reporting
- Staff with minimum 5 years experience in adult Pacific salmon enumeration and sampling
- Staff with minimum 5 years experience in juvenile Pacific salmon collection and tagging
- Staff with minimum 5 years experience in adult Pacific salmon tagging
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Construct, Operate and maintain adult and juvenile salmon collection and enumeration devices including weirs, Video and sonar systems, Gee-traps, Beach seines and gill-nets; collect biological information and samples such as size, Scales, Otoliths, DNA; record, Maintain, Store and transmit computerized data; apply tags to adult and juvenile salmon; daily data reports; biological samples.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of capabilities demonstrating minimum 5 years of experience in enumeration, collection and reporting on biological information on adult and juvenile chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon on the Stikine River, BC.
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Stikine River, BC
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Fisheries and Oceans Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. 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 RFI?
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 RFI 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 staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Lead technician, Technician, Cook. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construct, Operate and maintain adult and juvenile salmon collection and enumeration devices including weirs, Video and sonar systems, Gee-traps, Beach seines and gill-nets; collect biological information and samples such as size, Scales, Otoliths, DNA; record, Maintain, Store and transmit computeri. 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: "Demonstrated minimum 5 years experience in salmon enumeration, collection, and reporting; staff with minimum 5 years experience in adult Pacific salmon enumeration and sampling; staff with minimum 5 y..." 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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: Statement of capabilities demonstrating minimum 5 years of experience in enumeration, collection and reporting on biological information on adult and juvenile chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon on the. 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: Stikine River, BC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.