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Independent Selenium Toxicology Expert for Elk Valley Area Based Management Plan

This opportunity is issued by the Ministry of Environment and Parks, Environmental Protection Division, seeking an Independent Technical Expert (ITE) in selenium toxicology for the Elk Valley Area Based Management Plan (ABMP). - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Environment and Parks, Environmental Protection Division - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; the requirement is for an individual expert or consulting service - Products/Services Requested: - Independent technical advice and oversight for Phase 2 amendments to the Elk Valley ABMP - Support for development of a selenium bioaccumulation model - Response to technical questions and peer review of ENV-authored documents - Attendance at meetings and preparation of memos and presentations - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Expertise in selenium toxicology, especially related to water quality and bioaccumulation - Engagement with multiple government and industry stakeholders - Integration of new scientific information into water quality target setting for the Koocanusa Reservoir - Contract duration is 17 months, with potential for extension

Description

The Ministry of Environment and Parks (ENV) is seeking an Independent Technical Expert (ITE) on selenium toxicology to provide oversight and expert advice for Phase 2 amendments to the Elk Valley Area Based Management Plan (ABMP). The work involves reviewing the selenium water quality target for the Canadian portion of Koocanusa Reservoir, incorporating new scientific information and engaging with multiple governments and industry stakeholders. The expert will support the development of a selenium bioaccumulation model, respond to technical questions, peer-review documents, and attend meetings. The contract duration is 17 months, from August 2026 to December 31, 2027, with potential for extension.

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