Shellfish water classification program - Quebec

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity involves the Shellfish Water Classification Program in Quebec, specifically focusing on the bacteriological quality of seawater in shellfish areas. The primary objective is to ensure public health protection by monitoring and classifying bivalve molluscs in accordance with the Canadian Shellfish Sanitation Program (CSSP). The project requires annual reviews of sanitary conditions and bacteriological sampling in areas exploited for commercial, recreational, and ceremonial purposes.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Moufid Samri, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Accreditation: Must hold ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for the analysis of fecal coliforms using the A-1 culture medium.
• Geographic Restrictions: Must be able to deliver samples to the ECCC laboratory in Forestville, QC, within 30 hours of collection.
• Experience: Must demonstrate a minimum of 12 months of relevant work experience in the North Shore region within the last five years.
• Sample Handling: Must have a methodology for handling and transporting seawater samples as specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in:

• Conducting bacteriological analyses of seawater samples.
• Measuring physical and meteorological factors during sampling.
• Data entry via the "Regional Shellfish Sanitation Information Platform" (PRISM).
• Providing detailed weekly and monthly sampling plans.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Collection and analysis of seawater samples.
• Submission of bacteriological analysis results in compliance with CSSP standards.
• Regular reporting through PRISM and maintaining a field notebook and microbiological sample register.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Additional certifications related to environmental quality control.
• Prior contracts with ECCC or similar governmental bodies.
• Demonstrated success in similar projects, particularly in marine water quality analysis.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the opportunity, allowing potential bidders to assess their fit for the Shellfish Water Classification Program in Quebec.