Delivery of Curriculum Lesson Modules for Indigenous Marine Steward Witness Training for the 2026/27 fiscal year

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) is seeking a contractor to deliver six Marine Steward Witness Training classes for Indigenous Guardians and Indigenous Marine Stewardship staff during the 2026/27 fiscal year. This initiative aligns with Canada's reconciliation mandate with Indigenous Nations and aims to enhance collaboration with Indigenous Guardian organizations for the conservation and protection of Southern Resident Killer Whales (SRKW) and other marine mammal species in Coastal British Columbia (BC). The training will consist of certified curriculum lesson modules delivered over four days for each class, with a total of six classes planned.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Contact: Terri Jones
Email: [email protected]

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract is a firm-fixed-price agreement with an estimated value of $112,840.00 (excluding GST/HST). There are no option years mentioned.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must demonstrate the following to be considered eligible:

• Proven curriculum and materials for training delivery.
• Experience working with British Columbia Indigenous students and community leadership councils.
• Established relationships with BC Indigenous communities.
• Willingness to travel to remote Indigenous communities for course delivery.
• Experience in delivering training in relevant environmental/technical fields in BC.
• Curriculum designed specifically for Indigenous marine stewards.
• Knowledge of regulations protecting marine mammals in BC, including the Fisheries Act and Species at Risk Act.
• Ability to identify and document violations and understand reporting processes through DFO.
• Minimum of three years of experience as an adult instructor delivering Indigenous-focused course content.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in marine stewardship, Indigenous community engagement, and enforcement of marine regulations. Familiarity with curriculum development tailored for Indigenous learners is essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with additional certifications related to Indigenous education, marine stewardship, or environmental law will have a competitive advantage. Experience in similar training programs or partnerships with Indigenous organizations is also favorable.