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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on December 29, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Scientific Vessel Charter

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NRCan-5000091549Canada

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General Info

NRCan seeks scientific vessel charter for Atlantic seabed mapping, task-based, proposals due January 22, 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of Natural Resources (NRCan)

NAICS

488390 - Other Support Activities for Water TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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NRCan-5000091549 Amendment 001 - Questions et Réponses

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NRCan-5000091549 Scientific Vessel Charter RFP

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NRCan-5000091549 - Affrètement de navires scientifique RFP

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NRCan-5000091549-001 Scientific Vessel Charter Amendment

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Natural Resources (NRCan)
Contacts1 person available
OfficeN/A
Organization / Agency
Government of Canada → Department of Natural Resources (NRCan)
Office AddressN/A
Contacts
Anik SamsonContracting Authority
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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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Natural Resources Canada is seeking proposals from bidders for a scientific vessel charter for 8 NRCan's scientists to conduct seabed mapping surveys throughout the Atlantic Region on an as and when requested basis via Task Authorizations.