Department of National Defence - Air Simulator VV&A Consultants - RFP W8485-26-SC20, 2026
National DefenceFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 26, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Chantal Leavoy
The 30-second brief
Department of National Defence seeks two Air Simulator Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) consultants to support DAEPM (T&AS 4) group under solicitation W8485-26-SC20. Resources will independently determine flight simulator fitness and ensure compliance with technical and quality standards in the National Capital Region. The contract term is 3 years with 2 irrevocable option years, requiring Secret security clearance and an estimated level of effort of 240 days per year per resource. Submission deadline is November 26, 2026, evaluated on the lowest evaluated price per point.
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Summary
Department of National Defence seeks two Air Simulator Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) consultants to support DAEPM (T&AS 4) group under solicitation W8485-26-SC20.
Resources will independently determine flight simulator fitness and ensure compliance with technical and quality standards in the National Capital Region. The contract term is 3 years with 2 irrevocable option years, requiring Secret security clearance and an estimated level of effort of 240 days per year per resource. Submission deadline is November 26, 2026, evaluated on the lowest evaluated price per point.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest evaluated price per point
- Submit to
- DapServicesBidReceiving-DoaServicesReceptionDesSoumissions@forces.gc.ca
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Gatineau, QC
- Reported agency
- Department of National Defence
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from National Defence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 26, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: DapServicesBidReceiving-DoaServicesReceptionDesSoumissions@forces.gc.ca. For questions, contact Chantal Leavoy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including National Defence in ON, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Chantal Leavoy. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest evaluated price per point" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 26, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gatineau, QC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.