Field Assessment and Escapement Monitoring

The contract entitled Field Assessment and Escapement Monitoring is a subcontract issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans under the Government of Canada, aimed at conducting in-river population assessments and escapement counts to evaluate the success of salmon release programs. Work will focus on collecting critical biological and environmental data in freshwater systems within British Columbia, specifically around Terrace, to monitor salmon migration patterns, survival rates, and reproductive outcomes. The data gathered will inform fisheries management decisions, support conservation efforts, and help determine the effectiveness of hatchery and stocking initiatives. The solicitation is open for responses until July 28, 2026, with the contract opportunity posted on July 13, 2026, and classified under NAICS code 541620, which pertains to environmental consulting services. The contract requires specialized field expertise in fisheries biology, data collection protocols, and riverine monitoring techniques. Performance will occur entirely in the field within the Terrace region of British Columbia, and all work must be executed in alignment with government standards for ecological assessment and reporting. There is no set-aside designation, and the opportunity is open to qualified subcontractors capable of delivering precise, timely, and scientifically rigorous aquatic monitoring services.