Mission Autonomy Stack Framework with Integration into Heterogeneous UAS

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking to procure a state-of-the-art Mission Autonomy Stack Framework for integration into heterogeneous Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and air-launched effects (ALE) surrogate platforms. The objective is to support research, experimentation, and concept development tailored to NRC’s and its clients' research needs. The project involves providing a mission autonomy stack framework, human interfaces, and the integration of this system into two specific platforms: an NRC-provided quadcopter and an experimental C150 optionally piloted vehicle (OPV).

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:

The issuing organization is the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFP is Shawn Doyle, who can be reached at [email protected].

CONTRACT DETAILS:

This procurement will be a firm-fixed-price contract. Bidders are required to submit prices in Canadian currency, excluding customs duties, with applicable taxes to be added separately.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

Bidders must meet the following mandatory criteria:

• Submit a fixed unit price in Canadian currency.
• Comply with security requirements associated with the solicitation.
• Meet all mandatory criteria outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Submit inquiries in writing at least ten calendar days before the bid closing date.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:

Bidders must demonstrate expertise in:

• Development and integration of mission autonomy stack frameworks.
• Experience with military operations and platform-agnostic solutions.
• Familiarity with human-machine interfaces.
• Capability to integrate systems into specified UAS and ALE platforms.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Key deliverables include:

• A fully integrated mission autonomy stack framework.
• Human interfaces for the system.
• Successful integration into the two specified surrogate platforms by the delivery deadline of August 31, 2026.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:

• Proven experience in similar projects involving UAS and military applications.
• Relevant certifications or accreditations in aerospace or defense technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results.

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