Marine CDR Regulatory Analysis Report

NRCan wishes to advise you of an upcoming requirement. Please review and respond if you would be interested in providing this service.

SOLICITATION NO.: RNCan-5000088171

DEPARTMENT: Natural Resources Canada

CONTRACTING AUTHORITY: Alexandre Rheault

TELEPHONE NO.: 613-298-6447

FAX NO.: N/A

E-MAIL ADDRESS: alexandre.rheault@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca

NOTIFICATION PERIOD: August 11 to September 19, 2025*

Description of the Requirement:
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is seeking proposals from bidders for the services of a qualified contractor to develop a comprehensive overview and analysis of marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) technologies. The purpose is to inform environmental, ecosystem, and regulatory considerations for Canada’s climate goals.

The study will assess emerging mCDR techniques, analyze their environmental and ecosystem impacts, and review related regulatory and policy frameworks in Canada and internationally. Key deliverables include a literature review, technical and ecological assessment, and policy recommendations to support safe and effective use of mCDR as part of Canada’s climate strategy.

DELIVERY DESTINATION AREA: Ottawa, Ontario (all deliverables are to be provided electronically to the Project Authority)

DURATION OF CONTRACT / DATE REQUIRED:
Contract award to March 31, 2026

ESTIMATED VALUE (not including taxes):
Up to $350,000

Diversity:

Natural Resources Canada is committed to achieving a procurement process that reflects the diversity of Canada. We are dedicated to identifying and reducing barriers in our procurement processes. We continue to work on improving practices that will help ensure that equity group members are well-represented. To this end, minority-owned businesses are encouraged to apply to our processes.

*Amendment 1: To publish the Q&A and amend the closing date of the RFP.
Amendment 2: To publish the second Q&A.