Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W3372-265131/A
Procurement of Two Quadruped Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (Q-UGV) for Canadian Department of National Defence
March 23, 2026
April 10, 2026
W3372-265131/A
336999
The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is seeking proposals for the supply of two Quadruped Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (Q-UGV) to support explosive threat mitigation activities. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), Canada - G4 Contracts, Directorate of Joint Counter-CBRN and EOD (JCC-E) - National Defence Headquarters - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) Quadruped Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (Q-UGV) - Part number: 2320-20-A0Z-0195 (where specified) - Key technical requirements: - Articulated legs, electric motor (battery powered), minimum 30 cm ground clearance - Integrated manipulator arm (6 degrees of freedom, 4 kg handling) - Payload capacity of at least 11 kg, stair climbing ability - Environmental resistance (IP54 or better), dimensions under 60 cm width, 125 cm length, weight under 40 kg (unloaded) - Multiple control modes, emergency stop, ROS compatibility, Ethernet/USB and wireless communication - Autonomous obstacle avoidance and manipulation - Delivery includes maintenance manuals and accessories - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canadian content and sourcing policies - Ecological (environmentally preferable) packaging required - Prohibition on components from certain countries - Open to Canadian and partner country suppliers under reciprocal procurement agreements - No security requirements; documents may be submitted in English or French - Selection based on highest combined rating of technical merit and price - Delivery Location: - 25 CFSD Montreal, 6363 rue Notre Dame St. E, Montreal, Quebec, H1N 3V9, Canada - Contract includes warranty, inspection, and payment terms
Description
The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is soliciting proposals for the procurement of two (2) Quadruped Uncrewed Ground Vehicles (Q-UGV). The contract will be established from the date of award until the delivery date, which is required by May 31st, 2026 or earlier. Delivery location is specified as 25 CFSD Montreal, Quebec. The solicitation is open for competitive bidding with selection based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price. There are no security requirements, and documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.