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Taxonomic Analysis Services for Arctic Ice Algae and Phytoplankton – Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking specialized taxonomic analysis services for Arctic ice algae and phytoplankton samples to support climate change ecosystem studies in the Canadian Arctic. - Government Buyer: - Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Procurement Services, Ottawa - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs for laboratory equipment are named - Pre-identified supplier: Sylvie Lessard Enr. (sole known capable provider) - Products/Services Requested: - Taxonomic identification of up to 65 phytoplankton samples (water column) and up to 15 ice algae samples (preserved in Lugol solution) - Identification to the lowest possible taxonomic level using inverted microscopy at 400x magnification - Data entry into Excel spreadsheets, quality assurance, and reporting of rare or harmful species with photographs - Contractor must provide their own workspace, laboratory equipment (e.g., Hydro-Bios settling chambers, glass covers, pre-calibrated pipettes, inverted microscope with phase-contrast and DIC, digital camera, taxonomic documentation), and materials - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have certification in phytoplankton taxonomy and at least 10 years of experience in marine phytoplankton and sea-ice algae analysis from the Canadian Arctic - Specialized training in genus and species identification, with extensive experience identifying rare, invasive, and harmful species - Work supports ecosystem studies on climate change impacts in Arctic marine environments - Period of Performance: - Initial contract period is 12 months from award, with options to extend for up to four additional one-year periods (total potential duration up to five years) - Estimated Contract Value: - $38,000 to $45,000 CAD per year - Places of Performance and Delivery: - Arctic sampling sites in Nunavut (Frobisher Bay, Qikiqtarjuaq) - Contractor's own place of business (laboratory) - Contracting office: 200 Kent Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0E6, Canada

Description

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking taxonomic analysis services for Arctic ice algae and phytoplankton, focusing on micro and nanoplankton, to support ecosystem studies related to climate change impacts on Arctic marine ecosystems. The work involves identifying phytoplankton and ice algae samples to the lowest taxonomic level using inverted microscopy, contributing to long-term monitoring of marine ecosystems in the Canadian Arctic. The contract duration is 12 months, with an option to extend for up to four additional years. The procurement is an Advance Contract Award Notice with a closing date of April 28, 2026.

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