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Eastern Migratory Caribou Aerial Photographic Survey
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Eastern Migratory Caribou Aerial Photographic Survey is a project initiated by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) to conduct aerial surveys of the Southern Hudson Bay subpopulation of eastern migratory caribou. The primary objective is to assess potential impacts of planned and future development projects on this caribou population. The project aims to provide critical ecological data that will inform environmental assessments and regulatory decisions.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION
The issuing organization is the Department of the Environment (ECCC), located in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Caitlin Andersen, who can be reached via email at [email protected].
KEY DATES
- Posted Date: April 15, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: May 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT
- Performance Period: From the date of contract award until September 30, 2026.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:
- Compliance with Canada’s Code of Conduct for Procurement.
- Adherence to the Anti-Forced Labour Requirements, ensuring that no work is produced using forced labour.
- Participation in the Net-Zero Challenge is encouraged, although not mandatory.
- Compliance with the Buy Canadian Policy.
- Submission of integrity provisions information as required by the Ineligibility and Suspension Policy.
- No security requirements are associated with this solicitation.
- Bidders must be able to provide information regarding contracts with former public servants (FPS) if applicable.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Bidders should possess expertise in ecological science services and aerial photography services, particularly in conducting aerial surveys and data analysis related to wildlife populations. Familiarity with environmental assessment methodologies is essential.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Key deliverables include:
- Conducting aerial surveys and providing photographic documentation of the caribou population.
- Delivering reports that analyze the data collected and assess potential impacts on the caribou population.
- Adherence to timelines specified in the contract, with a final report due by the end of the performance period.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:
- Experience working with wildlife populations, particularly in aerial survey methodologies.
- Certifications in environmental science or related fields.
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability practices and participation in initiatives like the Net-Zero Challenge.
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- Summary Environment and Climate Change Canada has a requirement to conduct aerial surveys of the Southern Hudson Bay subpopulation of eastern migratory caribou to help assess the potential impacts of planned and future individual development projects as detailed in the Statement of Work, Annex A to the bid solicitation. The period of the contract is from date of Contract Award to September 30, 2026. 2. Net-Zero Challenge Offerors of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) are encouraged to join the Net-Zero Challenge. The Net Zero Challenge is a national initiative, led by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), that supports businesses in developing and implementing effective strategies and plans to reduce GHG emissions in facilities and operations to net-zero by 2050. The Net Zero Challenge aligns with Canada's obligations under the Paris Agreement to combat climate change and support Canada's Climate Competitiveness Strategy, which is building a prosperous net-zero future in which Canadian business and industry are well positioned to compete and lead in a global low-carbon economy. Currently, there is a mandatory federal requirement for high-dollar-value procurements. Moving forward, all offerors are encouraged to join the Net-Zero Challenge regardless of the dollar value of the procurement. Offerors who join the Net-Zero Challenge are encouraged to: a. Measure and disclose their greenhouse gas emissions; and b. Commit to planning, setting, and achieving science-based GHG reduction targets aligned with the objectives of the Paris Agreement. Participation in the Net-Zero Challenge not only supports global climate goals but also benefits businesses by positioning them as leaders in a global low-carbon economy. For more information on how to join, please consult the Net-Zero Challenge page. 3. Security There are no security requirements associated with this solicitation. 4. Compliance with Code of Conduct. The Offeror must comply with Canada's Code of Conduct for Procurement 5. Integrity Provisions Offerors must submit certain information for contracts subject to the Ineligibility and Suspension Policy (the policy) at the bid or offer stage. Offerors also have an ongoing obligation to update the Office of Supplier Integrity and Compliance if their information changes. Information to submit with a bid or offer and update as required - Canada.ca 6. Anti-forced Labour Requirements The Offeror states that the Work is not mined, manufactured, or produced wholly or in part by forced labour. In performing the Contract and regardless of who acts as an importer, the Offeror must not, directly or indirectly, deliver Work if it is mined, manufactured, or produced wholly or in part by forced labour. 7. Buy Canadian Policy The Government of Canada has introduced new policies to protect, build, and transform Canadian industries. Check out Buy Canadian Policy for more information on what this could mean for you. 8. Trade Agreements The requirement is subject to the provisions of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), the Canada–Korea Free Trade Agreement, the Comprehensive Economic Free Trade Agreement [CETA], the World Trade Organization – Agreement on Government Procurement [WTO-AGP], the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership [CPTPP] and the Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement. 9. Social Procurement Environment and Climate Change Canada supports the Government of Canada’s social and economic objectives, including increasing the participation of businesses from underrepresented groups in government procurement opportunities. As such, offerors owned or led by Canadians from under-represented groups, such as women, LGBTQ2+ persons, persons with disabilities and persons from visible minorities, are encouraged to submit a bid for this opportunity. 10. Certification Requirements Contracts with former public servants (FPS) in receipt of a pension or a lump-sum payment must withstand the closest public scrutiny and reflect fairness in the spending of public funds. To comply with Treasury Board policies and directives on contracts with FPS, Offerors must provide the information detailed in the bid solicitation certification component. 11. Debriefings Offerors may request a debriefing and feedback on their results of the bid solicitation process. Offerors should make the request to the Contracting Authority within 15 working days from receipt of the results of the bid solicitation process. The debriefing may be in writing, by telephone or in person. 12. Official Languages Environment and Climate Change Canada provides procurement services in both official languages. Offerors may submit a bid in the official language of their choice. 13. Additional Information For additional information, interested offerors must contact the Contracting Officer named in this Notice.
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Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement Category
Services
Selection Criteria
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
Regions of Opportunity
Ontario (except NCR)
Regions of Delivery
Ontario (except NCR) *Canada
Reference Number
cb-598-37180500
Amendment Number
002
Contracting Entity
Department of the Environment (ECCC )
Contact Name
Caitlin Andersen
Contact Email
Contact Phone
+12898129507
Contact Country
Canada
Organization City
Burlington
Organization Province / State
ON
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
May 11, 2026
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