Survey Instrument Design & Methodology Development

The contract seeks the design of a scientifically valid survey instrument tailored for stakeholders in remote northern communities across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Territory, focusing on accurate question development, culturally appropriate sampling strategies, and rigorous pilot testing to ensure reliability and relevance. The methodology must account for geographic isolation, language diversity, and unique community dynamics to yield actionable data while maintaining scientific integrity throughout all phases of instrument creation. The work is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541910, which classifies it as other scientific and technical consulting services, and is issued by the Workers Safety and Compensation Commission of the Government of Canada. Proposals must be submitted by August 20, 2026, and the performance location is explicitly tied to the northern Canadian territories, requiring the contractor to demonstrate experience or capacity for fieldwork in remote, underserved environments. The success of the project hinges on the ability to integrate stakeholder feedback effectively during the pilot phase and deliver a survey tool that can be deployed across challenging logistical and cultural contexts.