Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) - *Canada, Gatineau, Québec
This appears to be an Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) Phase 2 challenge sponsored by the Department of National Defence and Canadian Army. The goal is to develop a domestically produced uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) for delivering cargo and munitions in battlefield conditions. The proposed system is expected to include an aircraft, mission sensors, ground control station, radio link, batteries and multi-battery charger, and a remote antenna positioned about 100 metres from the control station. Mandatory requirements listed in the notice include: - Operation at approximately -20°C to +40°C; - Operation in winds of at least 40 km/h; - Operation in light rain or snow; - Minimum payload capacity of 5 kg; - Maximum takeoff weight under 25 kg, including payload; and - At least a 10 km operational radius and 30 minutes of continuous movement while carrying the required payload. The full official notice should be reviewed for the remainder of the requirements. This challenge is stated to accept proposals only for Phase 2 prototype development, with proposed technologies in the stated technology readiness level range of TRL 5 to TRL 9. The funding mechanism is a contract. Applications are directed through the Innovative Solutions Canada challenge process and must follow the broader Call for Proposals 004 requirements. Key dates: -Opening: August 24, 2026 -Closing: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time -Listed location: Gatineau, Quebec / Canada Amendments have added questions and answers and instructions concerning attachments. A Canadian business with relevant UAS design, aerospace engineering, ruggedized systems, autonomous navigation, payload delivery, or defence-prototype capabilities may find this potentially relevant, but the available information does not establish eligibility or compliance. Review the official challenge page, Call for Proposals 004, complete requirements, submission instructions, and all amendments before deciding whether to submit. Verify the closing time and current documents on the official tender notice before bidding.
