Nunnavut Tenders #RFP 2026-23

Executive Oversight and Program Assurance for Nunavut Subsea Fibre Project

This opportunity involves executive oversight and program assurance services for the Nunavut Subsea Fibre Project, connecting Northern Quebec to Nunavut via subsea fibre optic cable. - Government Buyer: - Government of Nunavut, Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut - Scope of Services: - Executive oversight, governance, and independent assurance for all project phases: planning, procurement, marine installation, shore-end integration, commissioning, commercialization readiness, and close-out - The Project Management Consultant (PMC) will act as the Owner's Representative - Locations: - Primary place of performance: Iqaluit, Nunavut - Additional locations: Coral Harbour, Nunavut and Northern Quebec - Key Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in large-scale subsea fibre optic infrastructure projects - Preferably with experience in Arctic or sub-Arctic environments - Engagement of Inuit labour is required - Period of Performance: - Initial term of three years, with three one-year extension options (up to six years total) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Details: - The consultant will provide full lifecycle project management and commercial assurance - Prior experience in similar Arctic projects is mandatory

Description

The Government of Nunavut's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is soliciting proposals for a qualified Project Management Consultant or firm with expertise in large-scale subsea fibre optic infrastructure, preferably in Arctic or sub-Arctic environments. The selected consultant will act as the Owner's Representative overseeing the planning, procurement, marine installation, shore-end integration, commissioning, commercialization readiness, and close-out of a subsea fibre optic cable system connecting Northern Quebec to Nunavut. The services will be based in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and the solicitation emphasizes the need for demonstrated expertise in similar large-scale projects. Proposals must be submitted electronically by April 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time.

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