Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) - *British Columbia, *National Capital Region (NCR), Ottawa, Ontario
This appears to be an open Fisheries and Oceans Canada opportunity for an organization or contractor to coordinate and deliver the Stream to Sea education program in Victoria, Sooke, Saanich and the Southern Gulf Islands, serving School Districts 61, 62, 63 and 64, as well as independent schools, learning centres and community partners. The work may include training educators; setting up and maintaining classroom aquariums; delivering salmon eggs; providing classroom and outdoor lessons; supporting fry-release activities; troubleshooting aquariums; assisting with salmon transportation or broodstock spawning where required; and collecting program data and reports. The contractor may also help build relationships and activities with local communities, First Nations and community groups. The initial contract would run from award through July 31, 2028, with three optional one-year extensions at DFO’s discretion. No security clearance is identified in the notice. Bids may be submitted in either official language. This opportunity may be relevant to organizations with experience in environmental education, salmon or aquatic biology programs, school-based programming, field coordination, aquarium or hatchery support, and community or Indigenous engagement. The notice does not provide enough information to determine whether a particular business meets all requirements. The stated closing time is November 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Thelisting contains a location inconsistency: the work is described as being in British Columbia, while the metadata lists Ontario/National Capital Region. Confirm the correct location, submission process, mandatory requirements, evaluation criteria, pricing instructions and any addenda in the official solicitation documents before preparing or submitting a bid.Official RFP: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/112285/30008053---rfp.pdf For inquiries, the notice identifies Manon Paulin at 438-468-3247 or [email protected]. Bid Maple is not affiliated with the Government of Canada. Always verify the official tender notice and current documents directly with the buyer before submitting a bid.
