SWIFT CURRENT CREEK IN SASKATCHEWAN - COLLECTION OF SURFACE WATER SAMPLES FOR PESTICIDES ANALYSIS

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
Health Canada (HC) is seeking a contractor to collect surface water samples from Swift Current Creek in Saskatchewan for pesticide analysis as part of the Canadian Water Monitoring Program for Pesticides (CWMPP). The objective is to gather real-world data on pesticide concentrations in Canadian waters to support risk assessments related to human health and environmental safety. The contractor will be responsible for providing the necessary field equipment to collect samples and data, which will be analyzed by federal laboratories. The resulting pesticide data will be made publicly available through the Government of Canada Open Data portal.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
Health Canada (HC)
Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada
Primary Contact: Marco Ghattas
Email: [email protected]

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• The contractor must provide all necessary field equipment for sample collection.
• Bidders must demonstrate experience in environmental sampling and analysis, particularly related to water quality and pesticide assessment.
• Geographic restrictions apply as the work must be performed in Swift Current Creek, Saskatchewan.
• No specific certifications or registrations are mentioned as mandatory.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess expertise in water sampling methodologies, knowledge of pesticide analysis, and familiarity with environmental monitoring programs. Experience with data collection and reporting standards relevant to water quality assessments is essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
The contractor must deliver water samples collected from specified sites in Swift Current Creek. Key deliverables include:

• Collection of surface water samples according to specified protocols.
• Proper documentation of sampling procedures and data collected.
• Coordination with federal laboratories for the analysis of samples.
• Adherence to timelines for sample collection and reporting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications include:

• Previous experience with similar environmental monitoring projects.
• Familiarity with the CWMPP or similar programs.
• Additional certifications related to environmental science or water quality assessment may enhance a bidder's proposal.

This summary captures the essential details needed for potential bidders to assess their fit for the opportunity.