Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W8486-260747
Canada DND Solicits Four Advanced Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
March 25, 2026
April 20, 2026
W8486-260747
334511
The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada, through the Directorate of Joint Counter Explosive Threat (JCET), is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of four commercially available Uncrewed (Unmanned) Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) to support maritime explosive threat mitigation testing and evaluation.
Government Buyer
- Department of National Defence (DND), Directorate of Joint Counter Explosive Threat (JCET)
- Offices at National Defence Headquarters, Ottawa, Ontario
OEMs and Vendors
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to all qualified suppliers of commercial UUVs
Products/Services Requested
- Four (4) Uncrewed/Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
- Key technical specifications:
- 6 thrusters for maneuverability
- Manipulator arm capable of underwater operation
- Battery and surface power options
- 4K video camera with auto white balance, turbidity filter, and 200-degree rotation
- Sonar navigation system
- 150-meter tether cable
- Minimum 2-hour continuous battery operation
- Floodlights rated at 2000 lumens
- Laser scaler
- Payload capacity of at least 3 kg
- Maximum unit weight 16 kg; total system weight 35 kg
- Transportable in a robust/rugged plastic equipment case
- Delivery includes supporting manuals and accessories
Unique or Notable Requirements
- Environmentally preferable packaging required
- Compliance with Canadian Forces packaging standards (D-LM-008-036/SF-000)
- Potential future requirements for greenhouse gas emissions disclosure and net-zero targets
- Selection based on highest combined rating of technical merit and price
- Open to global suppliers; competitive procurement
Delivery and Performance
- All deliverables must be received by September 30, 2026
- Delivery location: 25 CFSD Montreal, Quebec
- Contract ends March 31, 2027
Description
The Department of National Defence of Canada is soliciting proposals for the supply of an Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle. The contract duration is approximately 11 months, starting May 1, 2026, with all deliverables due by September 30, 2026. The procurement is conducted via a competitive open bidding process, with selection based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price. Bids must be submitted via email in either official language of Canada, and the solicitation number is W8486-260747.