Atlantic Salmon Enumeration – Western Arm Brook

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking proposals for the enumeration of smolt and/or adult Atlantic salmon in Western Arm Brook. The project involves the installation, operation, and removal of a counting fence, along with associated scientific sampling activities. The primary objective is to gather data that will inform the status of Atlantic salmon stocks in the Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Region, aiding in their management and conservation.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Jackie Longmire, who can be reached at [email protected].

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Bidders must comply with the terms and conditions outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Bidders may need to register in the Indigenous Business Directory if they wish to qualify for the conditional set-aside.
• No specific certifications or security clearances are mentioned as mandatory.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess expertise in fishery data collection, specifically related to Atlantic salmon. Experience with the installation and operation of counting fences and conducting scientific sampling is essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include:

• Installation, operation, and removal of the counting fence.
• Conducting scientific sampling activities as outlined in the Statement of Work (Annex A).
• Reporting on the data collected to assist in the assessment of salmon stock status.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria detailed in the RFP, including technical approach, past performance, and price. The evaluation process will consider compliance with mandatory requirements and the overall value offered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Previous experience in similar fishery data collection projects.
• Familiarity with the ecological and regulatory context of Atlantic salmon in the NL Region.
• Certifications related to environmental management or fisheries science.

This summary captures the essential elements of the RFP, providing potential bidders with a clear understanding of the opportunity and the requirements for participation.