Opportunity

CanadaBuys #BC228213

Aerial Overview Survey Monitor Services for Forest Health Monitoring in British Columbia

Posted

April 20, 2026

Respond By

April 30, 2026

Identifier

BC228213

NAICS

115310

This opportunity involves the Ministry of Forests, Office of the Chief Forester, seeking specialized support for its Aerial Overview Survey (AOS) program in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Forests, Office of the Chief Forester (Victoria, BC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Blackwell Consulting Ltd. (sole vendor considered for direct award) - Products/Services Requested: - Aerial Overview Survey Monitor Services - Province-wide coordination and support for the AOS program - Annual aerial sketch mapping using fixed-wing aircraft to monitor and record forest disturbances - No specific products or equipment requested; focus is on service provision - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Direct award under consideration (not a competitive solicitation) - Service covers all of British Columbia, supporting a critical forest health monitoring initiative - Place of performance and contracting office: 545 Superior St, Victoria, BC, Canada - Estimated contract duration is 22 months

Description

The Ministry of Forests is considering a direct award contract to Blackwell Consulting Ltd. for support services as an Aerial Overview Survey (AOS) coordinator. The AOS is a key forest health monitoring program in British Columbia, involving annual aerial sketch mapping to record forest disturbances. The contract includes services to support the province-wide AOS using fixed-wing aircraft to map damaging agents. The contract duration is estimated to be 22 months.

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