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Aircrew Helmet Communication Upgrade

Modernisation des communications du casque de personnel navigant

Description

This bid solicitation cancels and supersedes previous bid solicitation number W8485-237096/B dated 2023/07/24 with a closing of 2023/11/09 at 2 PM Eastern Time. A debriefing or feedback session will be provided upon request to bidders/offerors/suppliers who bid on the previous solicitation. DND has a requirement for a modification to the existing RCAF aircrew helmets for improved hearing protection and communications intelligibility. A modification kit must be designed for the GENTEX Model HGU-56/P (HGU-56/P) and GENTEX Model 190A (190A) helmets. This includes the replacement of the Boom Microphone and Speaker/Ear piece for all existing helmets of those types. The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
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Quick Summary

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking a modification kit to upgrade existing Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) aircrew helmets, specifically the GENTEX Model HGU-56/P and Model 190A helmets. The upgrade focuses on improving hearing protection and communication clarity by replacing the boom microphone and speaker/earpiece components. Suppliers who participated in the previous solicitation may request a debriefing or feedback session.

Ideal For

Companies specializing in aerospace helmet components, military communication devices, or audio equipment for defense applications should consider bidding.

Aerospace EquipmentMilitary CommunicationsPersonal Protective EquipmentHelmet AccessoriesAudio Technology
High complexity

Tender Details

Reference Number
cb-748-44116849
Solicitation Number
W8485-237096/C
Publication Date
Oct 13, 2025
Closing Date
Dec 9, 2025
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Selection Criteria
Highest Combined Rating of Technical Merit and Price
Notice Type
Request for Proposal

Classification

UNSPSC Code
46181900
UNSPSC Description
Hearing protectors

Trade Agreements

Canada-UK Trade Continuity Agreement (Canada-UK TCA); Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement; Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA); Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA); World Trade Organization Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO GPA); North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA); Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA); Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP); Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement; Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA); Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement; Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (CUFTA)

Set Up Alert

Contracting Entity

Department of National Defence (DND)

101 Colonel By Drive

Ottawa, ON

Contact

Sharon Sally

sharon.sally@forces.gc.ca

(819) 939-8990

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