Fishing Vessel, Captain, and Crew for Annual Inshore Scallop Assessment Survey: Scallop Production Areas 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6.

1. 1 Title

Fishing Vessel, Captain, and Crew for Annual Inshore Scallop Assessment Survey: Scallop Production Areas 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6.

1.2 Introduction

Scientific assessment surveys for Scallop Production Areas (SPA) 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 take place annually, between June and September. These surveys provide information on the abundance, size and age composition, growth and spatial distribution of scallops as well as data on the other species of fish and invertebrates caught in the drag. Data obtained from the surveys are the source of fishery independent data for the scallop stock assessment and advice.

1.3 Estimated Value

The estimated usage during this contract is 34 sea days for a total annual cost of $200,000 each year.

The charter shall provide an all-inclusive cost for a “Sea Day” based on:

all vessel operating costs, crew wages, adequate food and fresh water for Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) personnel and the crew, vessel maintenance and repair costs, fuel and oil, dump table and vessel wharf fees for the duration of the contract period. 

No costs associated with the vessel or its crew will be the responsibility of DFO.

The total value of the charter shall not exceed $200,000 per year, including travel and living expenses and all applicable taxes.

1.4 Contract Period

Contract award through to April 30, 2022, (approximately 12 Months) with options to renew for 4 additional 1 year periods at the sole discretion of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO).

Option periods if exercised will be:

May 1, 2022 through to April 30, 2023,

May 1, 2023 through to April 30, 2024,

May 1, 2024 through to April 30, 2025 and

May 1, 2025 through to April 30, 2026.

The Project work will take place between June 1 and September 30 of each year. Thirty-four (34) sea days will be required each year. Exact dates will be determined by the DFO scientist in-charge.

NOTE: Due to COVID-19 the number of “Sea Days” could be reduced.  The actual number of sea days conducted will be at the discretion of the project authority.