Department of National Defence - Canadian Defence Academy Research Paper - RFP W4938-26-316S-A2 - 2026
Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying of CanadaFederal · Ottawa, ON- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
- Primary contact
- Jameson Wood
- (343) 422-4789
The 30-second brief
The Department of National Defence seeks an academic research paper examining national resilience and whole-of-society approaches to security and defence among selected Nordic allies. The scope involves an academic assessment of national resilience concepts, structures, and practices to inform Professional Military Education (PME) and Professional Development (PD), exploring how military organizations contribute to broader societal resilience and preparedness. Solicitation number W4938-26-316S-A2, with an estimated contract period of 2 months starting around 2026/12/04. Submission deadline is 2026-11-20 at 17:00 EST. Selection criteria is Highest Technical Merit within a Stipulated Maximum Budget.
Highest Technical Merit within a Stipulated Maximum Budget
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Summary
The Department of National Defence seeks an academic research paper examining national resilience and whole-of-society approaches to security and defence among selected Nordic allies.
The scope involves an academic assessment of national resilience concepts, structures, and practices to inform Professional Military Education (PME) and Professional Development (PD), exploring how military organizations contribute to broader societal resilience and preparedness. Solicitation number W4938-26-316S-A2, with an estimated contract period of 2 months starting around 2026/12/04. Submission deadline is 2026-11-20 at 17:00 EST. Selection criteria is Highest Technical Merit within a Stipulated Maximum Budget.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest Technical Merit within a Stipulated Maximum Budget
- Submit to
- https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-783-61212862
- Scope location
- Kingston, Ontario
- Reported agency
- Department of National Defence (DND)
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada?
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/cb-783-61212862. For questions, contact Jameson Wood.
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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 Jameson Wood at (343) 422-4789. 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: "Highest Technical Merit within a Stipulated Maximum Budget" 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 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kingston, Ontario. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
