# Ontario Tenders #rfx_20544

Ontario seeks one underwater vehicle for environmental monitoring and response

**Posted:** October 20, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** rfx_20544
**NAICS:** 334511

The Government of Ontario is seeking one underwater vehicle for environmental monitoring and response activities across the province.
- **Government buyer:** Government of Ontario, Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.
- **Requested item:** One autonomous remotely operated underwater vehicle (AUV/ROV); no part number, model, brand, or OEM is specified.
- **Intended use:** Underwater environmental assessments, water-quality monitoring, investigations, and emergency response, including spill and contaminant response.
- **Capabilities sought:** Collect underwater imagery and environmental data to support ministry operations across Ontario, including the Great Lakes, connecting channels, and large river systems.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No OEMs, brands, or vendors are named in the opportunity.
- **Period of performance:** Initial duration is 12 months; start and end dates and option periods are not specified.

### Description

The procurement is for the supply and delivery of one autonomous remotely operated underwater vehicle (AUV/ROV). The vehicle will support ministry staff in conducting underwater environmental assessments more efficiently and safely, while collecting imagery and environmental data for operational decision-making. It will be used in water quality monitoring, environmental investigations, and emergency response activities across Ontario, including the Great Lakes, connecting channels, and large river systems. Submissions must be made electronically through the Ontario Tenders Portal eTendering System.

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