# CanadaBuys #BC234283

Advanced Patchworks Training and Knowledge Transfer for Ministry of Forests

**Posted:** September 21, 2026
**Respond By:** October 02, 2026
**Identifier:** BC234283
**NAICS:** 611430

The Ministry of Forests' Office of the Chief Forester is seeking specialized training and knowledge transfer services for its Patchworks forest estate modeling system.
- Government Buyer:
  - Ministry of Forests, Office of the Chief Forester, British Columbia
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Patchworks platform (OEM)
  - Tom Moore, Spatial Planning Systems LLC (service provider)
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Advanced technical training and knowledge transfer for Patchworks
  - Topics include system design, architecture, functionality, optimization, best practices, interpretation of model outputs, performance indicators, new software features, and Ministry-specific applications
- Unique Requirements:
  - Training tailored to advanced users and Ministry-specific Patchworks implementations
  - Focus on evolving software functionality and Forest Landscape Planning deliverables
- No physical products or part numbers are specified; only service-based training is requested
- Contract duration is estimated at three months

### Description

The Ministry of Forests is considering a direct award contract to Tom Moore, Spatial Planning Systems LLC for advanced technical training in the Patchworks forest estate modeling system. The training focuses on advanced knowledge transfer related to the design, architecture, functionality, optimization processes, and best-practice application of the Patchworks platform. Topics include interpretation of model implementation, outputs, performance indicators related to Forest Landscape Planning deliverables, new software functionality, and application within Ministry-specific implementations. The contract duration is estimated to be 3 months.

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