Analytical Services Whale Contaminant Analysis in Aqueous, Sediment, and Tissue

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 30006313A for professional analytical services to perform contaminant analyses on water, sediment, and tissue samples from fish and marine mammals. The primary objective of this work is to improve the understanding of pollutant impacts on endangered species, specifically the St. Lawrence Estuary Belugas and Southern Resident Killer Whales. The selected contractor will utilize advanced laboratory methods at their own facilities to analyze various contaminant classes, including PFAS, PCBs, dioxins, furans, flame retardants, and pesticides. Deliverables include detailed reports for each sample group and data provided in an Excel format, with all communications conducted in English. This federal opportunity is a conditional set-aside under the Government of Canada’s Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business, meaning it is reserved for certified Indigenous businesses if at least two compliant bids are received. The request for proposal was issued on May 8, 2025, and supersedes a previous version from January 2025. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of June 10, 2025. The contract is managed by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, with Florence Laurin serving as the primary point of contact.