Midshore Fisheries Enforcement Vessel Charter

The Government of Canada, through the Department of Public Works and Government Services, is soliciting offers for the time charter of an offshore patrol vessel to support fisheries compliance and monitoring operations in the North Pacific Ocean, covering an area extending from Canada’s Pacific Coast out to 200 nautical miles. The vessel must be capable of conducting enforcement activities to ensure adherence to fisheries regulations within this vast maritime zone, which is critical to the sustainable management of marine resources. The procurement is structured as a time charter, meaning the vessel will be leased for a specified duration with all necessary operational capabilities, crew, and support requirements provided by the offeror. The solicitation, titled Midshore Fisheries Enforcement Vessel Charter and identified by number WS5738674073, was posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026. Proposals must demonstrate the vessel’s suitability for extended operations in challenging offshore environments, including endurance, surveillance systems, boarding and enforcement capabilities, and compliance with Canadian regulatory standards. The place of performance is centered in British Columbia, and all inquiries should be directed to the Contracting Authority, Major Andrea of Public Services and Procurement Canada. This initiative is part of Canada’s broader strategy to strengthen fisheries governance and protect marine ecosystems in its Pacific waters through reliable, consistent, and effective at-sea enforcement.