CanadaBuys #202700408

Specialized Advisory Services for Canada's COSPAS-SARSAT Programme Leadership

Public Safety Canada is seeking specialized professional advisory services to support Canada's leadership in the international COSPAS-SARSAT Programme. - Government Buyer: - Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (Public Safety Canada) - Senior Acquisitions Advisor: Mathieu Lemieux - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named; the pre-identified supplier is Allan & MacPhail Consultants Limited (represented by Mr. Peter Allan) - Services Requested: - Strategic, technical, governance, and negotiation support for Canada's participation in the COSPAS-SARSAT Programme - Preparation for and participation in international meetings - Development of Canadian positions and support for modernization negotiations - Drafting and analysis of documents, development of delegation instructions, and support during deliberations - Acting as impartial Chair for governance meetings - Expert advice on MEOSAR, Second Generation Beacons, Return Link Service, and ICAO Autonomous Distress Tracking - Unique or Notable Requirements: - High subject-matter expertise in COSPAS-SARSAT and international negotiations - Independence and flexibility - Ability to credibly engage with international experts - Estimated Contract Value: - $653,925 CAD (including travel) - Period of Performance: - 24 months with an option to extend for 1 additional year and an optional 6-month transition period - Place of Performance: - Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (269 Laurier Avenue West, Public Safety Canada)

Description

The Department of Public Safety Canada is seeking specialized professional advisory services to support Canada's participation and leadership in the international COSPAS-SARSAT Programme. The services include strategic, technical, governance, and negotiation support to the Canadian Permanent Representative, preparation for international meetings, development of Canadian positions, and modernization negotiations. The contractor will support COSPAS-SARSAT meetings, draft and analyze papers, develop delegation instructions, advise during deliberations, and contribute to records and reports. The contractor may also act as an impartial Chair for governance meetings and provide expert advice on MEOSAR, Second Generation Beacons, Return Link Service, and ICAO Autonomous Distress Tracking. The contract duration is 24 months starting from May 18, 2026.

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