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Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) SPACE LOW EARTH ORBIT (SpaceLEO) W7714-238439

Innovation de Recherche et développement pour la défense Canada (RDDC) spatiale en orbite terrestre basse (LEO) W7714-238439

Description

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is issuing a Call for Proposals (CFP) on behalf of Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC)- an agency of Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND) that provides DND and the Canadian Armed Forces the knowledge and technological advantages needed to defend and protect Canada’s interests at home and abroad. This CFP supports challenge-based solutions in support of the DRDC Space Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Architecture Initiative, a multi-year science and technology (S&T) activity to support Continental Defence, including in the Arctic, by enabling low latency and high bandwidth connectivity anywhere, anytime. The objective is to conduct research and analysis to support the development of technologies enabling a resilient space architecture integrating communications, sensing, and command and control.
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Quick Summary

Public Services and Procurement Canada is seeking proposals on behalf of Defence Research and Development Canada to support the Space Low Earth Orbit Architecture Initiative. The goal is to research and develop technologies that enable resilient space communications, sensing, and command and control to enhance continental defence, including in the Arctic region.

Ideal For

Companies specializing in space technology research and development, satellite communications, and defence systems should consider bidding.

space technologydefence researchsatellite communicationslow earth orbitcommand and control systems
High complexity

Tender Details

Reference Number
WS4442379729-Doc4596814429
Solicitation Number
WS4442379729
Publication Date
May 21, 2024
Closing Date
Aug 7, 2024
Expected Start
Oct 1, 2024
Expected End
Mar 31, 2027
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Selection Criteria
Variations or combinations of the above methods
Notice Type
Request for Proposal

Classification

UNSPSC Code
43221711; 78102001; 81000000; 81151605; 92111700
UNSPSC Description
Satellite access equipment; Satellite launch services; Engineering and Research and Technology Based Services; Satellite imaging and image processing service; Military science and research

Trade Agreements

Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

Contracting Entity

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

11 Laurier St, Phase III, Place du Portage

Gatineau, Quebec

Contact

Ritchie, Patrick (SPAC/PSPC) (il-lui / he-him)

patrick.ritchie@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

Regions of Delivery

National Capital Region (NCR)