Canada tender · Request for Proposal

Benchmarking Port Fees and Cost Competitiveness Across Canada’s Marine Trade Corridors

Reference number: t8080-250279

Published: 2026-01-28

Closing date: 2026-03-04

Tender details

Transport Canada is seeking a contractor to conduct a comprehensive study analyzing the cost of moving containerized freight through Canada’s East and West Coast gateways compared to US and Mexican alternatives. The project will also evaluate port fee and tariff structures across various vessel types and commodities, benchmarking against international ports. This work is crucial for informing policy and investment decisions, enhancing Canada’s competitiveness in marine trade corridors.

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