Climate Vulnerability Assessment – Northern Transportation Corridors

The contract seeks to carry out a comprehensive climate vulnerability assessment of northern transportation infrastructure across Canada, focusing on critical multimodal corridors including roads, airstrips, ports, and winter roads. The assessment will evaluate how climate-related risks—such as thawing permafrost, increased precipitation, extreme temperatures, and shifting ice conditions—affect the integrity, accessibility, and long-term viability of these assets. The scope requires detailed analysis of current and projected climate impacts, identification of vulnerabilities at a regional scale, and recommendations for adaptive measures to enhance resilience. This work is essential for informing federal planning, funding decisions, and infrastructure investments in the North, where transportation networks are increasingly threatened by rapid environmental change. The contract is issued under the NAICS code 541620, classifying it as an environmental consulting service, and is structured as a subcontract under the Government of Canada’s Department of Transport. It was posted on May 28, 2026, with responses due by June 12, 2026. While no specific location is listed for performance, the work is focused on northern regions of Canada including Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and northern parts of Quebec and Labrador. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside status or point of contact, suggesting it is a broad procurement open to qualified providers with expertise in climate risk assessment and northern infrastructure systems. The tender is accessible via the Canada Buys portal, with all submissions required to meet federal procurement standards and timelines.