Question 1

What is "F2402-250115 Oceanographic Instruments (Conductivity, Temperature and Depth probes CTD probes)"?

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### Summary of Opportunity F2402-250115 - Oceanographic Instruments (CTD Probes)

**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement:** The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) is seeking to acquire oceanographic instruments specifically Conductivity, Temperature, and Depth (CTD) probes.
- **Project Scope:** Two probes are required for shallow deployments at depths of approximately 500-600 meters and one probe for deep deployment at approximately 2500 meters. These probes will monitor and record environmental conditions, including salinity, temperature, density, dissolved oxygen, and fluorometry (for shallow deployments only). The probes will be moored in selected locations for around 12 months.
- **Contract Type and Estimated Value:** Specific contract type and estimated value details were not provided.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)
- **Contact Details:**  
  Jesse Beddall (SPAC/PSPC)  
  Email: jesse.beddall@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca  
  Pronouns: elle-la / she-her
- **Important Dates:**  
  - Posted: December 8, 2025  
  - Due: January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT  
  - Performance Period: Approximately 12 months for deployed instruments

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required Certifications/Registrations:** Not specified in the available information.
- **Mandatory Qualifications:** Proponents must meet the requirements for providing CTD probes capable of the specified deployments and monitoring.
- **Set-aside Requirements:** Not mentioned.
- **Geographic Restrictions:** It is implied that service providers should be able to operate within the Eastern Canadian Arctic.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key Technical Capabilities:** Probes must be capable of monitoring salinity, temperature, density, dissolved oxygen, and fluorometry (shallow only).
- **Specific Technologies/Methodologies:** CTD probes for oceanographic use.
- **Deliverables and Performance Standards:** Probes must function adequately for the required period (12 months) in specified environments.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Not specified in detail.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-Have Certifications or Experience:** Not explicitly stated but experience with deployment in Arctic conditions may be advantageous.
- **Preferred Qualifications:** Proficiency in oceanographic research and instrument deployment in remote conditions.
- **Additional Evaluation Factors:** Familiarity with environmental monitoring protocols may offer competitive advantage.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Proposal Evaluation:** Timing, alignment with requirements, and the capabilities of provided instruments will likely be key areas of evaluation.
- **Weighting of Criteria:** Not mentioned; likely based on compliance with technical specifications and performance capabilities.
- **Past Performance Requirements:** Not detailed but may include previous experience with similar projects.

This structured summary captures the relevant aspects of the opportunity, focusing on matchable criteria for potential providers of oceanographic instruments.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 9, 2026 (Overdue).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/23614808?extsite=MjM2MTQ4MDhfQU4wMTQ4NDA1MDk5Mg==

F2402-250115 Oceanographic Instruments (Conductivity, Temperature and Depth probes CTD probes)

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