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What is "Pinniped Support Training – Conservation & Protection"?

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# Opportunity Summary: Pinniped Support Training – Conservation & Protection

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement Overview:** The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) is seeking a contractor for the development and delivery of a training curriculum known as Pinniped Support for Fishery Officers. This training focuses on supporting marine mammals and sea turtles in distress.
- **Project Scope and Objectives:** The objective is to equip Fishery Officers with knowledge and skills related to pinniped identification, assessment, response protocols, and equipment usage for effective intervention in cases involving marine mammal emergencies (e.g., entanglements, strandings, ship strikes).
- **Contract Type and Estimated Value:** Specific contract value not mentioned; however, it is a service contract for curriculum development and training sessions.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), Canada.
- **Contact Details:** Terri Jones (Email: terri.jones@dfo-mpo.gc.ca).
- **Important Dates:** 
  - Posted: December 23, 2025  
  - Due Date: January 20, 2026, 2:00 PM AST

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Mandatory Qualifications:** 
  - Experience in developing training programs, specifically for conservation or wildlife-related fields.
  - Proven ability to deliver training effectively to diverse audiences (Fishery Officers).
- **Set-aside Requirements:** The procurement may be conditionally set-aside for Indigenous businesses if two or more compliant bids are received from certified Indigenous firms.
- **Geographic Restrictions:** Training will be delivered across various regions, including Maritimes, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, Pacific, Arctic, and Gulf Regions in Canada.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key Technical Capabilities Needed:** 
  - Expertise in marine mammal biology and conservation, particularly relating to pinnipeds.
  - Familiarity with safety protocols and risk management when dealing with marine wildlife.
- **Deliverables and Performance Standards:** Development of a comprehensive training curriculum and delivery of training sessions adhering to safety and procedural standards.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Not explicitly stated but likely to include quality of curriculum development and effectiveness in training delivery.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-Have Certifications:** 
  - Relevant certifications in marine biology, wildlife management, or training methodologies.
- **Preferred Qualifications:** Previous experience with governmental or non-governmental organizations in similar capacities. 
- **Additional Evaluation Factors:** Demonstrated past performance and positive outcomes from previous training initiatives may provide a competitive advantage.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Proposal Evaluation:** Proposals will likely be assessed based on technical merit, demonstrable relevant experience, and the specific methodologies proposed for curriculum and training delivery.
- **Weighting of Different Criteria:** While specific weighting is not provided, factors are expected to consider technical competency and past performance as critical components in evaluation.

This structured summary provides an overview of the opportunity for companies capable of meeting the requirements for the Pinniped Support Training initiative, thereby facilitating targeted proposals and bids.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 20, 2026 (3 days left).

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