Uncrewed Aircraft System - Light

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is seeking proposals for a General Purpose Uncrewed Aircraft System (GPUAS). The GPUAS is intended to support full-spectrum deployed operations for light land forces, encompassing a variety of missions such as Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), force protection, targeting, strike capabilities, situational awareness, decision support, and training. The delivery of the GPUAS is required at 7 CFSD Edmonton by March 1, 2027.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of National Defence (DND), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this opportunity is Tanya McKenzie, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: July 31, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 25, 2026, at 14:00
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Delivery required by March 1, 2027

CONTRACT DETAILS

The procurement method is competitive and open for bidding. The specific contract type and estimated value are not disclosed in the provided documents. The Crown reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers during the procurement process.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Compliance with the Phased Bid Compliance Process (PBCP).
• Adherence to the Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers and Canadian Content in Strategic Federal Procurements.
• Bids must be submitted electronically via email only to the designated contact.
• Bidders may request a debriefing on the bid results within fifteen (15) working days of receiving the results.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should demonstrate expertise in the development and deployment of uncrewed aircraft systems capable of performing various military operations. Specific technical skills and methodologies relevant to ISR, force protection, and operational support are essential. The proposal should align with the performance specifications outlined in the attached documents.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the provision of a fully operational GPUAS by the specified delivery date. Performance metrics and service-level agreements are not explicitly detailed but are likely to be outlined in the Statement of Work and other related documents.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

While specific weighting or prioritization of evaluation factors is not provided, proposals will likely be assessed based on technical approach, past performance, and price. The evaluation will consider how well the proposals meet the operational needs outlined in the RFP.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Experience in military drone operations and technology.
• Proven track record of delivering similar systems within the defense sector.
• Relevant certifications or partnerships that demonstrate capability in UAV technology.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the RFP for potential bidders to assess their fit for the GPUAS project.