Defence Research and Development Canada - Transformation of the HIPLAB Toolbox - RFP WS5793879032, 2026
Canada PostFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Luc Maillet
The 30-second brief
Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) requires software development services for the modernization, integration, and optimization of the High-Latitude Ionospheric Propagation Laboratory (HIPLAB) toolbox to support Polar Over-the-Horizon Radar (POTHR) operations. This competitive open bidding procurement process is managed by the Department of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). The submission deadline is November 20, 2026, at 14:00 EST, and proposals are to be submitted via the SAP Business Network / Ariba Discovery. Evaluation will be based on the Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price.
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
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Summary
Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) requires software development services for the modernization, integration, and optimization of the High-Latitude Ionospheric Propagation Laboratory (HIPLAB) toolbox to support Polar Over-the-Horizon Radar (POTHR) operations.
This competitive open bidding procurement process is managed by the Department of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). The submission deadline is November 20, 2026, at 14:00 EST, and proposals are to be submitted via the SAP Business Network / Ariba Discovery. Evaluation will be based on the Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
- Submit to
- https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/ws5793879032-doc5934246754
- Scope location
- Ottawa, ON
- Reported agency
- Defence Research and Development Canada
Questions about this RFP
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/ws5793879032-doc5934246754. For questions, contact Luc Maillet.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
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