RFSA - Provision of Hydrographic/Bathymetric production services.

Scope Summary

This bid solicitation cancels and supersedes previous bid solicitation number 30004518 dated August 29, 2024 with a closing of October 16, 2025 at 14:00 Atlantic Time. Submissions for 30004518 will no longer be accepted. This solicitation will remain on Canada Buys until June 30, 2029. The Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has a requirement to establish a number of Supply Arrangement (SA) with pre-qualified suppliers to meet the general requirements specified in each of the following service streams: a. STREAM 1: Hydrographic/Bathymetric Training Services; b. STREAM 2: Hydrographic Navigational Charting Support and Production services; c. STREAM 3: Bathymetric Data Assessment and Processing services; and d. STREAM 4: Hydrographic/Bathymetric Consulting services. These services will be required on an as required basis throughout the period(s) of the Supply Arrangement. The Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) is mandated to chart Canadian waters to ensure safe navigation and to protect Canadian sovereignty. In that endeavour CHS must collect hydrographic/bathymetric data in support of new digital charting pro

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 0. Eligibility Restriction Gate Mandatory
  Restricted: SA holders only — Confirm your company already holds active qualification under this supply arrangement, standing offer, framework, or set-aside before preparing a bid.
  Suggested Evidence: Pre-Qualification Letter / SA Number / Set-Aside Certification
• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)" (Canada).
  Suggested Evidence: SAP Ariba Supplier ID / Procurement Business Number (PBN)
• 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
  Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2029-06-30.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Delivery Methodology & References Mandatory
  Provide a clear work plan, deliverable schedule, named key personnel, and 2–3 relevant client references.
  Suggested Evidence: Methodology Narrative, CVs & Case Studies
• 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
  Structure transparent itemized fixed or T&M rate pricing aligned with notice deliverables (ceiling not disclosed in notice).
  Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions