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Professional Oceanographer Services
Coastal & Marine Research Division
1200 West Georgia Street, Suite 450, Canada Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 4B2
Phone: (604) 555-0187 | Email: [email protected]
This Quotation Estimate is formally issued by Coastal & Marine Research Division to provide a comprehensive cost breakdown for the engagement of a senior Oceanographer to conduct marine environmental assessments, water quality monitoring, and coastal ecosystem analysis in the waters surrounding Canada Vancouver. This document outlines all professional services, equipment requirements, travel logistics, and associated costs required to fulfill the scope of work as discussed during our preliminary consultation on May 28, 2025. The Quotation Estimate reflects current market rates for specialized Oceanographer services in the Canada Vancouver metropolitan region and its surrounding coastal waters, including the Strait of Georgia, English Bay, and the Burrard Inlet.
The Oceanographer engaged under this Quotation Estimate will perform the following duties in and around Canada Vancouver:
- Conduct comprehensive bathymetric surveys of the coastal waters adjacent to the Canada Vancouver shoreline, covering an area of approximately 120 square kilometers.
- Perform water quality sampling and analysis at 24 designated monitoring stations throughout the Canada Vancouver harbor and open coastal zones.
- Assess marine biodiversity indicators, including plankton populations, benthic community composition, and fish migration patterns specific to the Canada Vancouver marine environment.
- Provide expert testimony and technical reports in compliance with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and British Columbia's Environmental Management Act.
- Deliver a final Oceanographer assessment report with recommendations for coastal development planning in Canada Vancouver.
- Attend three (3) stakeholder meetings in Canada Vancouver to present interim findings and gather community input.
| Item No. | Description of Service | Duration / Qty | Unit Rate (CAD) | Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Senior Oceanographer Professional Fee (bathymetric survey & analysis) | 120 hours | $185.00 | $22,200.00 |
| 02 | Water Quality Monitoring & Laboratory Analysis (24 stations) | 24 stations | $1,450.00 | $34,800.00 |
| 03 | Marine Biodiversity Assessment & Field Sampling | 30 days | $2,800.00 | $84,000.00 |
| 04 | Research Vessel Charter (32-foot survey vessel, Canada Vancouver waters) | 45 days | $3,200.00 | $144,000.00 |
| 05 | Specialized Equipment (multibeam sonar, CTD rosette, sediment corers) | 1 lot | $18,500.00 | $18,500.00 |
| 06 | Technical Report Preparation & Regulatory Compliance Documentation | 1 report | $12,000.00 | $12,000.00 |
| 07 | Stakeholder Meetings & Public Presentations (Canada Vancouver) | 3 sessions | $2,500.00 | $7,500.00 |
| 08 | Travel, Accommodation & Per Diem (Oceanographer team, 60 days) | 60 days | $380.00 | $22,800.00 |
| 09 | Project Management & Administrative Oversight | 6 months | $4,500.00 | $27,000.00 |
| 10 | Contingency Allowance (10% of subtotal) | 1 lot | — | $37,280.00 |
| TOTAL QUOTATION ESTIMATE (CAD, before applicable taxes) | $392,080.00 | |||
| GST (5%) | $19,604.00 | |||
| PST (7%) | $27,445.60 | |||
| GRAND TOTAL (CAD) | $439,129.60 | |||
4.1 Validity: This Quotation Estimate is valid for thirty (30) calendar days from the date of issue. After this period, all rates for Oceanographer services, vessel charter, and equipment in Canada Vancouver are subject to revision based on market conditions and availability.
4.2 Payment Schedule: Payment shall be made in four (4) equal installments: 25% upon contract execution, 25% upon completion of fieldwork phase one, 25% upon delivery of the interim Oceanographer report, and 25% upon final acceptance of the completed assessment in Canada Vancouver.
4.3 Scope Changes: Any modifications to the scope of work outlined in this Quotation Estimate must be approved in writing by both parties. Additional Oceanographer hours or extended fieldwork in Canada Vancouver waters will be billed at the rates specified herein.
4.4 Weather and Sea Conditions: Given the variable marine conditions in Canada Vancouver, fieldwork may be delayed due to adverse weather. Delays exceeding five (5) business days due to force majeure will be documented and may extend the project timeline without additional cost to the client.
4.5 Confidentiality: All data collected by the Oceanographer team in Canada Vancouver waters shall be treated as confidential and proprietary to the client unless otherwise agreed in writing.
4.6 Governing Law: This Quotation Estimate and any resulting contract shall be governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable in Canada Vancouver.
By signing below, the client acknowledges receipt of this Quotation Estimate and authorizes Coastal & Marine Research Division to proceed with the engagement of the Oceanographer team for the described services in Canada Vancouver. This signature constitutes a binding agreement to the terms outlined in this document.
For Coastal & Marine Research DivisionName: Dr. Alan Whitfield, Lead Oceanographer
Signature: _________________________
Date: _________________________ For Pacific Northwest Environmental Authority
Name: Dr. Margaret Chen, Project Director
Signature: _________________________
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