Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) - *Canada, Gatineau, Quebec
## Tender summary Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC), on behalf of the Department of National Defence, is seeking suppliers for the **National Combat Ration Program**. The requirement covers shelf-stable combat rations for Canadian Armed Forces training, domestic and deployed operations, and emergencies where fresh food is not practical. The procurement may use either of two models: - **Prime Vendor:** one contractor manages all parts of the requirement. - **Category-by-Category:** contracts may be awarded for individual component categories, including a contractor responsible for assembling the rations. The products are expected to include consumable, shelf-stable food and non-food items packaged in an overwrap bag. The opportunity appears potentially relevant to businesses involved in food manufacturing, packaging, ration assembly, logistics, or related supply categories. **Buyer:** PSPC, for the Department of National Defence **Status:** Open **Location:** Canada; Gatineau, Quebec **Closing date:** September 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. **Submission warning:** Late submissions will not be accepted. The solicitation documents and attachments are available only after signing in to a **SAP Ariba** account. Review the official notice and all Ariba documents carefully for the statement of requirements, mandatory criteria, security or supply requirements, submission instructions, contract structure, and applicable categories before deciding whether to bid. This summary does not confirm that a business qualifies or meets the tender requirements.
