Vessel Charter - to conduct Oceanographic, Hydrographic, Geological and Ecosystems Surveys and Scientific Research Activities throughout the Atlantic and Eastern Arctic Regions.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is seeking a global class offshore deep-sea oceanographic research vessel along with a qualified captain, crew, and scientific technicians to conduct a range of surveys and research activities in Atlantic Canadian waters and the Eastern Arctic, including the Labrador Sea and Greenland Shelf. The project involves conducting oceanographic, hydrographic, geological, and ecosystem surveys to support programs such as the Atlantic Zone Monitoring Program (AZMP), Atlantic Zone Off-Shelf Monitoring Program (AZOMP), and ocean floor geological studies. This work will facilitate important scientific research related to marine ecosystems and geological features in the targeted regions. The contract period extends from the signing date until March 31, 2027, with an option for Canada to extend the contract for an additional one-year term under the same conditions. The solicitation was posted in January 2026, with a response deadline in February 2026. The contract operates under the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, with the primary contracting authority available for contact in Nova Scotia. This vessel charter will support crucial environmental monitoring and scientific investigation efforts in Canadian federal waters, advancing the understanding of oceanic and Arctic environments.