Telemedical Assistance Service for the Canadian Coast Guard

This contract, issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for the Government of Canada, establishes the provision of a Telemedical Assistance Service (TMAS) for vessels operating within the Canadian Coast Guard Search and Rescue Region. The service requires permanent staffing by doctors qualified in remote consultations and specialized in shipboard treatment to provide medical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This solicitation is designated as a conditional set-aside under the Federal Government Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. The initial contract term runs from November 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024, with the possibility of three subsequent option periods. Managed under solicitation number 30004539, the agreement includes specific requirements regarding security certifications, document safeguarding, and insurance for both the primary Indigenous Business contractor and any subcontractors. Performance of these services is centered within Canada to ensure continuous maritime medical coverage.