Mortality Prevention and Salmonid Health Monitoring

The contract entails the implementation of comprehensive health monitoring and mortality reduction protocols for salmon during capture, holding, and egg collection activities in British Columbia. It requires rigorous disease screening procedures and the application of scientifically validated stress mitigation measures to ensure optimal physiological conditions throughout the handling process. All activities must align with established fisheries health standards to minimize mortality rates and preserve the integrity of salmonid populations during critical life stages. The work is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Government of Canada, and is classified under NAICS code 541940, indicating it falls within scientific research and development services. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2026, with a response deadline of June 15, 2026. Performance is to occur within British Columbia, and the scope demands detailed operational planning, real-time health assessments, and documented compliance with protocols designed to reduce environmental and handling-induced stressors. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver measurable outcomes in mortality reduction and disease prevention, contributing to broader conservation and aquaculture sustainability goals.