Abandoned, lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear (ALDGF or “Ghost Gear”) is commonly caused by rough weather, snags below the surface, unintentional line cutting from marine traffic and gear interactions. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada requires a scientific report on the impact of Ghost Gear lost from Canadian and International commercial fisheries on targeted and bycatch fish stocks as well as the impact of severe weather on fishing gear loss, and consequential impacts on Canadian commercial fisheries. The team proposed in the technical bid must be comprised of a:
Duration of Contract: from contract award to April 10, 2025 with an irrevocable option to extend the term of the Contract by four (4) additional six-month periods under the same conditions.
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