CanadaBuys #30008231

Archaeological Excavation Services for New Port Facilities in Natashquan, Quebec

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking specialized archaeological excavation services to support the development of new port facilities in Natashquan, Quebec. - Government Buyer: - Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Procurement Services - Contact: Stephanie Patry - Scope of Work: - Archaeological excavation, documentation, artifact recovery, and reporting for a 640m² priority area at the new fishing port site - Includes systematic recording, artifact management, geolocation surveys, data analysis, and compliance with Parks Canada standards - Integration of traditional knowledge and cultural protocols is required - Key Requirements: - Supplier must provide a senior archaeologist with over 10 years of experience in historical archaeology in Quebec - Supplier must be eligible for an archaeological research permit from the Ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec - Deliverables include detailed work plans, excavation reports, artifact inventories, and photographic documentation - Notable Details: - The pre-identified supplier is Conseil de la Première Nation des Innus de Nutashkuan, recognized for their cultural and traditional expertise - No specific OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a service-based procurement - Estimated contract value is approximately $93,400 CAD

Description

This solicitation is an Advance Contract Award Notice for excavation of archaeological resources in a priority active area in Natashquan, Quebec. The work involves documenting, excavating, recording, and recovering archaeological data to clear the right-of-way for new port facilities. The excavation must be completed by September 15, 2026, and the supplier must comply with federal archaeological requirements and professional standards. The contract duration is until January 30, 2027, with an estimated value of approximately $93,400 CAD.

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