Atlantic Salmon Enumeration – Western Arm Brook

Opportunity Summary: Atlantic Salmon Enumeration – Western Arm Brook

Procurement Overview:

• Title: Atlantic Salmon Enumeration – Western Arm Brook
• Issuing Organization: Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
• Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
• Contact Details: Jackie Longmire ([email protected])

Project Scope and Objectives:
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) seeks a contractor to conduct smolt and/or adult Atlantic salmon enumeration activities. The project includes the installation, operation, and removal of a counting fence, along with scientific sampling activities, which will take place daily from mid-April/early May to August, contingent on environmental conditions. An operational schedule will be developed in collaboration with the Scientific Authority at the beginning of the contract.

Important Dates:

• Posted Date: February 13, 2026
• Submission Due Date: March 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM AST

Mandatory Qualifications:

• The contractor must have familiarity with project operations and be willing to provide services during varying hours as required.

Set-Aside Requirements:

• This opportunity is open to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses. However, should two or more compliant bids from certified Indigenous businesses be received, the competition will be limited to these Indigenous bidders.

Geographic Restrictions:

• Services are to be performed in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada.

Technical Capabilities Required:

• Experience in fish enumeration techniques, particularly for Atlantic salmon
• Competency in scientific sampling methods
• Ability to install and operate counting fences

Deliverables and Performance Standards:

• Successful installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of the counting fence
• Conduct systematic enumeration and sampling of Atlantic salmon
• Adherence to the agreed operational schedule and protocols established by DFO

Evaluation Criteria:

• Proposals will be evaluated based on the completeness, compliance with specifications, contractor experience, and ability to meet the scheduling requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in aquatic environments and familiarity with ecological monitoring
• Demonstrated ability to conduct similar projects successfully, specifically in fish counting and analytics

Proposal Submission:
Bids must be submitted electronically, and must adhere to the submission guidelines detailed in the solicitation document. Bidders are advised to contact the contracting officer with inquiries at least seven days prior to the submission deadline.

This concise overview provides a comprehensive understanding of the Atlantic Salmon Enumeration project, enhancing the ability of potential bidders to assess fit and prepare competitive proposals.