Community-Impact Collective Fishing - Co-producing Knowledge on the Lobster Population of Haute-Gaspésie

Université Laval is seeking proposals for a community-impact collective fishing project aimed at co-producing knowledge regarding the lobster population in the Haute-Gaspésie region. This initiative falls under the Marine; Boat rental or leasing service category. The procurement method is a direct award contract, justified by Article 14, indicating a contract value below the public tender threshold. The project's core objective is to foster collaboration between researchers, local fishing communities, and other stakeholders to gather crucial data and insights into lobster stocks. This co-production of knowledge is essential for sustainable fisheries management, conservation efforts, and understanding the ecological dynamics of the region's marine resources. The project will likely involve organizing collective fishing expeditions, employing specific research methodologies, and facilitating knowledge-sharing workshops. The contract may cover services related to vessel charter, fishing equipment, logistical support, and potentially data analysis or reporting assistance. Université Laval aims to leverage this collaborative approach to enhance scientific understanding and inform evidence-based decision-making for the benefit of the local community and the marine ecosystem.

This is a supplies contract in the agriculture and food security sector, with a focus on Fisheries. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the agriculture and food security sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.