Swift Water Rescue and River Access Services

The contract titled Swift Water Rescue and River Access Services calls for the provision of jet boat operations and swift water rescue support to enable safe and effective river access for field activities. The work is targeted to support operational needs in British Columbia, specifically in the Terrace area, where challenging aquatic environments require specialized equipment and trained personnel to ensure mission success and personnel safety. The services are critical for conducting field missions related to fisheries and aquatic resource management, demanding reliable transportation, rapid response capabilities, and expertise in fast-moving water conditions. This is a subcontract under the Government of Canada, issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, with a NAICS code of 483212 indicating classification within water transportation services. The opportunity was posted on July 13, 2026, and responses are due by July 28, 2026. While no set-aside provisions or specific eligibility criteria are outlined, the nature of the services requires contractors to possess proven experience in swift water rescue, jet boat operation, and environmental field support. The place of performance is fixed in Terrace, British Columbia, indicating that all services must be delivered on-site in this region, and potential bidders must be prepared to operate in remote and potentially hazardous river conditions.