Engineering Services and Support Related to the Convair 580 Aircraft
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The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking engineering services and technical support for its Convair 580 research aircraft, operated by the Flight Research Laboratory in Ottawa, Ontario. The work appears to involve engineering studies, aircraft modifications for external sensors, maintenance and repair support, and related technical advice when the aircraft is used or modified beyond its original design purpose. This opportunity may be relevant to businesses with specialized Convair 580 aircraft engineering expertise, including knowledge of its type design and related intellectual property. The notice is marked open and lists a closing date of October 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The procurement category is services.The notice document is available here: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/107133/26-58151_acan.pdf The description alone does not establish whether a business is eligible, suitable, or able to bid. Review the complete official notice for requirements, submission instructions, any restrictions, security or certification conditions, intellectual-property expectations, and whether this is an advance contract award notice (ACAN) with a challenge process. Confirm the closing time and all requirements in the official tender documents before submitting anything to NRC.
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- Provide engineering services and support related to the NRC Flight Research Laboratory’s Convair 580 aircraft.
- Support engineering studies and/or modifications to the Convair 580 aircraft.
- Address modifications or operations involving external sensors.
- Provide engineering support for ongoing maintenance and repair activities.
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The National Research Council’s (NRC) Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) operates a Convair 580 aircraft for flight research. As the aircraft is frequently modified and/or operated in a manner different to the original design purpose, engineering support from the holder of the aircraft’s Type design and intellectual property is frequently required. As a result, the FRL requires a contract to provide engineering services and support related to the Convair 580 aircraft. This work will involve engineering studies and/or modifications to the Convair 580 to support external sensors, on-going maintenance/repair and technical support.
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