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Department of National Defence (DND)

Uncrewed Aircraft System - Light

Request for Proposal (RFP)
Estimated value
Not disclosed
Deadline
September 8, 2026
Published
July 31, 2026
Type
Goods
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Full description

File Number: W8703-270009/A

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT

Amendment 010
This amendment is raised to provide clarification.

Amendment 009
This amendment is raised to answer questions. Bidders are advised that the question period has now closed.

Amendment 008
This amendment is raised to answer questions and to remind bidders to please review all documentation thoroughly. Bidders are also asked to review any questions prepared with the use of artificial intelligence prior to submission.

Amendment 007
This amendment is raised to answer questions.

Amendment 006
This amendment is raised to answer questions.

Amendment 005
This amendment is raised to answer questions and extend the bid closing date.

Amendment 004
This amendment is raised to answer questions and amend the System Performance Specifications (SPS) and SPS Evaluation Criteria.

Amendment 003
This amendment is raised to answer questions regarding the System Performance Specifications.

Amendment 002
This amendment is raised to provide clarification.

Amendment 001
This amendment is raised to respond to a question.

The Department of National Defence has a requirement for a General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System (GPUAS) capable of supporting full spectrum deployed operations across a wide range of missions by light land forces, including but not limited to:

Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR).

Force protection.

Targeting.

Strike.

Situational awareness and decision support.

Training, experimentation, and concept development.

Specific information can be found in the Request for Proposal, Annex H Statement of Work, and other documents. Delivery is requested to 7 CFSD Edmonton by March 1, 2027.

The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

Phased Bid Compliance Process

The Phased Bid Compliance Process (PBCP) applies to the requirement.

Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements

The Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements applies to this requirement.

Debriefings

Bidders may request a debriefing on the results of the bid solicitation process. Bidders should make the request to the Contracting Authority within fifteen (15) working days from receipt of the results of the bid solicitation process. The debriefing may be provided in writing, by telephone or in person.

Electronic Submission of Bids

This requirement uses electronic receipt of bids by e-mail only. For details, please review the section entitled Electronic Submission of Bids in the solicitation document.

Bids must be submitted by e-mail only to:

T••••••••@••••••.••.ca

Selection criteria

Variations or combinations of the above methods

AI Summary

DND seeks General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System for various missions.

AI Analysis

High complexity

The Department of National Defence is looking for a supplier to provide a General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System that can support various military operations, including intelligence gathering and force protection. This system should be able to perform tasks such as surveillance, targeting, and situational awareness. The system is intended for use by light land forces and needs to be delivered to Edmonton by March 1, 2027.

What they need
  • A General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System capable of supporting full spectrum deployed operations
  • Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities
  • Force protection capabilities
  • Targeting capabilities
  • Situational awareness and decision support capabilities
  • Training, experimentation, and concept development capabilities
Requirements & eligibility
  • Compliance with the Phased Bid Compliance Process
  • Adherence to the Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements
  • Ability to deliver the system to 7 CFSD Edmonton by March 1, 2027
  • No specific certifications or security clearances are mentioned, but bidders should review the Request for Proposal and other documents for detailed requirements
How to read this tender
  • Carefully review the Request for Proposal, Annex H Statement of Work, and other documents for specific requirements and details
  • Understand the Phased Bid Compliance Process and how it applies to this requirement
  • Be aware of the Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements and how it may impact the bid evaluation process
  • Note that bids must be submitted by e-mail only to the specified address
Tips for small & mid-size suppliers
  • As a Canadian small or medium supplier, consider partnering with other businesses to enhance your bid
  • Look into applicable trade agreements such as CFTA, CETA, or CPTPP to see if they can benefit your bid
  • Be aware of the Indigenous set-aside requirements under the Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business (PSAB) and consider partnering with Indigenous businesses
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Basic information

Reference
cb-324-36206770
Solicitation no.
W8703-270009/A
Buyer
Department of National Defence (DND)
Notice type
Request for Proposal
Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement category
*GD
Trade agreements
*Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Estimated value
Not disclosed
Source
canadabuys

Classification & terms

UNSPSC
UNSPSC 25000000 — Commercial and Military and Private Vehicles and their Accessories and Components

Delivery & regions

Province
Ontario
Regions of opportunity
*World
Regions of delivery
*Alberta
Contract term
September 30, 2026 → March 31, 2027

Key dates

Published
July 31, 2026
Closes
September 8, 2026
Amendment no.
010
Amendment date
September 1, 2026

Contact

Contact
T•••• M•••••••
Email
t••••••••@••••••.••.ca
Phone
(343) •••-••••
Address
••• ••••••• •• •••••, ••••••, •••••••, ••• •••, ••••••
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Likely incumbents

(5)

Suppliers who have won similar work from this buyer before.

  1. 1
    SIMEX DEFENCE INC.
    15 contracts won· latest August 5, 2026
    CAD $1.5M
    total awarded
  2. 2
    Simex Defence Inc
    9 contracts won· latest June 22, 2026
    CAD $2.3M
    total awarded
  3. 3
    Sparko Supplies
    8 contracts won· latest August 28, 2026
    CAD $4.8M
    total awarded
  4. 4
    Unisource Technology Inc.
    6 contracts won· latest June 19, 2026
    CAD $405.3K
    total awarded
  5. 5
    Felix Technology Inc.
    5 contracts won· latest August 18, 2026
    CAD $1.8M
    total awarded

SIMEX DEFENCE INC. is the most likely incumbent, based on how often and how recently they have won this buyer’s work in this category. To displace them, expect to need a clearly stronger proposition or price.

Documents

(1)
Complete source record(35)
Title
Uncrewed Aircraft System - Light
Reference number
cb-324-36206770
Amendment number
010
Solicitation number
W8703-270009/A
Publication date
2026-07-31
Tender closing date
2026-09-08T14:00:00
Amendment date
2026-09-01
Expected contract start date
2026-09-30
Expected contract end date
2027-03-31
Tender status
Open
Unspsc
*25132102
Unspsc description
*Military drone
Procurement category
*GD
Notice type
Request for Proposal
Procurement method
Competitive - Open bidding
Selection criteria
Variations or combinations of the above methods
Trade agreements
*Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Regions of opportunity
*World
Regions of delivery
*Alberta
Contracting entity name
Department of National Defence (DND)
Contracting entity address line
101 Colonel by Drive
Contracting entity address city
Ottawa
Contracting entity address province
Ontario
Contracting entity address postal code
K1A 0K2
Contracting entity address country
Canada
Contact info name
T•••• M•••••••
Contact info email
t••••••••@••••••.••.ca
Contact info phone
(343) •••-••••
Contact info address line
••• ••••••• •• •••••
Contact info city
••••••
Contact info province
•••••••
Contact info postalcode
••• •••
Contact info country
••••••
Attachment
https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-002.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-004.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---light-uas---appendix-a-of-annex-f-system-performance-specifications.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---light-uas---annex-g-h-evaluation-criteria-spreadsheet.xlsx,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-006.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---light-uas---annex-f-sow.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---light-uas---annex-g-h-evaluation-criteria-spreadsheet---amendment-004.xlsx,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/annex-j-bidder-evaluation---amendment-004.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-009.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-010.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-008.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---light-uas---appendix-a-of-annex-f-system-performance-specifications---amendment-004.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-007.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009-bulk-light-uas---rfp.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270009---uas-light---rfp-amendment-001.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-005.pdf,https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/102266/d110---w8703-270005---uas-light---rfp-amendment-003.pdf
Tender description
File Number: W8703-270009/A NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT Amendment 010 This amendment is raised to provide clarification. Amendment 009 This amendment is raised to answer questions. Bidders are advised that the question period has now closed. Amendment 008 This amendment is raised to answer questions and to remind bidders to please review all documentation thoroughly. Bidders are also asked to review any questions prepared with the use of artificial intelligence prior to submission. Amendment 007 This amendment is raised to answer questions. Amendment 006 This amendment is raised to answer questions. Amendment 005 This amendment is raised to answer questions and extend the bid closing date. Amendment 004 This amendment is raised to answer questions and amend the System Performance Specifications (SPS) and SPS Evaluation Criteria. Amendment 003 This amendment is raised to answer questions regarding the System Performance Specifications. Amendment 002 This amendment is raised to provide clarification. Amendment 001 This amendment is raised to respond to a question. The Department of National Defence has a requirement for a General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System (GPUAS) capable of supporting full spectrum deployed operations across a wide range of missions by light land forces, including but not limited to: Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). Force protection. Targeting. Strike. Situational awareness and decision support. Training, experimentation, and concept development. Specific information can be found in the Request for Proposal, Annex H Statement of Work, and other documents. Delivery is requested to 7 CFSD Edmonton by March 1, 2027. The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. Phased Bid Compliance Process The Phased Bid Compliance Process (PBCP) applies to the requirement. Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements The Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers & Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements applies to this requirement. Debriefings Bidders may request a debriefing on the results of the bid solicitation process. Bidders should make the request to the Contracting Authority within fifteen (15) working days from receipt of the results of the bid solicitation process. The debriefing may be provided in writing, by telephone or in person. Electronic Submission of Bids This requirement uses electronic receipt of bids by e-mail only. For details, please review the section entitled Electronic Submission of Bids in the solicitation document. Bids must be submitted by e-mail only to: T••••••••@••••••.••.ca

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