Department of Public Works and Government Services - Request for Proposal Littoral UAS - W8703-290119, 2026
Township of North StormontCity · Berwick, ON- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sharon McCartney
The 30-second brief
The Defence Investment Agency, on behalf of the Department of National Defence, seeks offers from qualified Stream 1 Supply Arrangement holders under the Defence Drone Initiative for the acquisition of a Littoral Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) capability. The procurement includes the supply and delivery of a minimum of eighty (80) UAS systems, associated payloads, ground control stations, support equipment, technical publications, spare parts, software and firmware support, and train-the-trainer services. Requirements also cover airworthiness support, cybersecurity assurance, supply chain security, spectrum supportability, configuration management, and lifecycle sustainment to support Canadian Army domestic operations such as intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, disaster response, and search and rescue. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026.
Minimum of eighty (80) UAS systems, Associated payloads, Ground control stations, Support equipment, Technical publications, Spare parts, Software and firmware support, Train-the-trainer services, Airworthiness support, Cybersecurity assurance, Supply chain security, Spectrum supportability, Configuration management, Lifecycle sustainment requirements
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Summary
The Defence Investment Agency, on behalf of the Department of National Defence, seeks offers from qualified Stream 1 Supply Arrangement holders under the Defence Drone Initiative for the acquisition of a Littoral Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) capability.
The procurement includes the supply and delivery of a minimum of eighty (80) UAS systems, associated payloads, ground control stations, support equipment, technical publications, spare parts, software and firmware support, and train-the-trainer services. Requirements also cover airworthiness support, cybersecurity assurance, supply chain security, spectrum supportability, configuration management, and lifecycle sustainment to support Canadian Army domestic operations such as intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, disaster response, and search and rescue. Submission deadline is November 25, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Minimum of eighty (80) UAS systems
- Associated payloads
- Ground control stations
- Support equipment
- Technical publications
- Spare parts
- Software and firmware support
- Train-the-trainer services
- Airworthiness support
- Cybersecurity assurance
- Supply chain security
- Spectrum supportability
- Configuration management
- Lifecycle sustainment requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Canada
- Reported agency
- Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Township of North Stormont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sharon McCartney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Township of North Stormont 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 Sharon McCartney. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Minimum of eighty (80) UAS systems, Associated payloads, Ground control stations, Support equipment, Technical publications, Spare parts, Software and firmware support, Train-the-trainer services, Airworthiness support, Cybersecurity assurance, Supply chain security, Spectrum supportability, Configu. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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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