Estimation of cod movements in the northern Gulf (3Pn, 4RS) in the Strait of Belle Isle

TITLE: Estimation of cod movements in the northern Gulf (3Pn, 4RS) in the Strait of Belle Isle TRADE AGREEMENTS: The requirement is subject to the provisions of the Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT). DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT: The purpose of the project is to conduct a study to estimate cod movements in the northern Gulf (3Pn, 4RS) in the Strait of Belle Isle via the installation of acoustic and conventional tags on cod caught in the Strait of Belle Isle. It will be essential to ensure coordination with the Ocean Tracking Network to collect the acoustic data. Data analysis, database management and the production of a report will also be required. Detection of the beacons through the acoustic tag reception bands (Ocean Tracking Network) will be used to identify movements in and outside of the Gulf Region. In addition, biological samples will be collected to be used in a research project on the genomics of Atlantic cod on the Atlantic coast. Lastly, by combining acoustic and conventional tagging, the results of the project will be used to better understand the impact of fishing activities on current and future fisheries management decisions. Please see the attached RFP for additional information. DURATION OF CONTRACT The contract period is from date of contract to June 30, 2018 with option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods. ENQUIRIES – BID SOLICITATION All enquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Authority no later than FOUR (4) calendar days before the bid closing date. Enquiries received after that time may not be answered. PROCESS AND SELECTION METHODOLOGY An offer must comply with the requirements of the Request for Standing Offers and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be declared responsive. The responsive offer with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for issuance of a standing offer. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS There is no security requirement associated with this bid solicitation.