RFSO for Bird Metal Leg Bands

Summary: RFSO for Bird Metal Leg Bands

1. Purpose: The main purpose of this Request for Standing Offer (RFSO) is to establish a standing offer for the supply of metal leg bands that will be used to uniquely mark and identify free-living North American birds. This initiative is for the Bird Banding Office (BBO) under Environment and Climate Change Canada's Canadian Wildlife Service, ensuring that the bands are safe, standardized, and effective for ecological monitoring and research.

2. Buyer Information: The issuing organization is the Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) of Canada. For inquiries, contact Natalia Vengerov via email at [email protected].

3. Important Dates:

   • Posted Date: July 8, 2025
   • Due Date: October 21, 2025, by 2:00 PM EST/EDT. Late submissions will be declared non-responsive.

4. Key Requirements:

   • The standing offer will be for an initial period of one year, with the potential for up to four additional one-year extensions.
   • The metal leg bands must be appropriately sized and safe for free-living birds, ensuring they are clearly legible throughout their use.
   • Bands must bear unique and accurate numbering.
   • The material used for the bands must be suitable for diverse ecosystems across the Northern Hemisphere including temperate, boreal, arctic, and tropical rainforest environments.

Businesses interested in this opportunity should ensure they meet the outlined requirements, prepare their bid submissions ahead of the deadline, and reach out to the contact person for any clarifications.