Benthic Pigment Analysis

The contract titled Benthic Pigment Analysis involves conducting quantitative analysis of photosynthetic pigments such as chlorophyll-a in sediment samples to evaluate primary productivity in benthic environments. The work will be performed using either high-performance liquid chromatography or spectrophotometric methods to ensure accurate and reliable measurements of pigment concentrations, directly supporting ecological assessments of aquatic systems. This subcontract is issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans under the Government of Canada, with performance required in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and is categorized under NAICS code 541380 for scientific research and development services. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, at 19:00 Eastern Time. Although no solicitation number is provided, interested parties must submit their proposals through the official CanadaBuys portal linked in the posting. The contract does not specify any set-aside provisions and does not include a designated point of contact, indicating that all inquiries should be directed through the public tender portal. Participation requires technical expertise in analytical chemistry and benthic ecology, with an emphasis on methodological precision and data integrity to meet the Government of Canada’s environmental monitoring objectives.