British Columbia BCBid #232419

Apple Maturity Monitoring and Harvest Decision Support Services for 2026 Harvest Season

This opportunity from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, CA, focuses on supporting apple growers with expert monitoring and decision tools for the 2026 harvest season. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Agriculture and Food, CA - Program Administrator: VGN Resources Group Inc. - Services Requested: - Weekly maturity progression bulletins for at least four key apple varieties in the Okanagan and Similkameen regions - Development of practical harvest decision tools, including an apple maturity assessment factsheet - Delivery of three regional training sessions for growers, packinghouse staff, and new entrants on apple harvest maturity assessment - Products/Part Numbers/Quantities: - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs are requested; the procurement is for professional services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on extension and training services tailored to the needs of apple growers and industry staff - Deliverables must be completed during the 2026 harvest season and finalized by the end of 2026

Description

This Notice of Intent is issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Canada, for a project administered by VGN Resources Group Inc. The contract involves delivering weekly maturity progression bulletins for key apple varieties in the Okanagan and Similkameen regions during the 2026 harvest season. It also includes developing practical harvest decision tools and delivering regional training sessions to assist growers and packinghouse staff in assessing apple harvest maturity. The contract duration covers the 2026 harvest season and related deliverables by the end of 2026.

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