Question 1

What is "Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Unit: Co-Design Study"?

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### Opportunity Summary: Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Unit: Co-Design Study

**Issuing Organization:**  
Canadian Space Agency (CSA)  
Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada  
Contact: Richard Soulliere (Richard.soulliere@asc-csa.gc.ca)

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**Project Title:** Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Unit: Co-Design Study

**Procurement Overview:**  
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is seeking to contract a multidisciplinary team composed of a specialized Canadian Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) organization and an Inuit firm based in Nunavut. This initiative aims to co-develop a conceptual design for a deployable CEA unit tailored to meet specific technical, environmental, and cultural requirements pertinent to Inuit communities.

**Project Scope and Objectives:**  
- Develop a conceptual design, including technical drawings (CAD models) and a detailed report.
- Ensure the design aligns with the goals of improving local food security in Nunavut through an Inuit-led initiative.
- Address both technical specifications and Inuit cultural needs within the design.

**Important Dates:**  
- Posted Date: February 18, 2026  
- Proposal Due Date: April 17, 2026  
- Performance Period: Not specified, to be outlined in the contract.

**Contract Type:**  
- The type of contract has not been specified. Estimated value is also not disclosed.

**Qualifications and Requirements:**  
- **Mandatory Qualifications:**  
  - Experience in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) design.
  - Collaboration with Aboriginal or Inuit organizations.
  
- **Preferred Qualifications:**  
  - Proven track record in multidisciplinary project development.
  - Experience working on agricultural solutions aimed at food security.

**Key Technical Capabilities Needed:**  
- Expertise in agricultural engineering, environmental science, and cultural sustainability.
- Proficiency in CAD modeling and technical report writing.

**Deliverables and Performance Standards:**  
- Complete conceptual design documents, including CAD models and a detailed report.
- Compliance with the specified environmental and cultural criteria.

**Evaluation Criteria:**  
- Proposals will be evaluated based on the team's qualifications, experience in relevant projects, approach to collaboration with Inuit communities, and overall proposed methodology for the project.

**Geographic Restrictions:**  
- The project must incorporate an Inuit firm contactable based in Nunavut.

### Summary for Companies:  
This opportunity is ideal for organizations specializing in Controlled Environment Agriculture that have a commitment to cultural collaboration and the ability to address environmental sustainability. Companies with a proven track record in similar projects and those who can demonstrate effective partnerships with Indigenous communities will have a competitive edge in the evaluation process.

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For more information or to express interest, please contact Richard Soulliere at the CSA.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is April 17, 2026 (37 days left).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

Accepted Answer

You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-339-84040828

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