Opportunity
CanadaBuys #tender_21302
Avionics Upgrade for Airbus AS350B2 and EC130B4 Helicopters for Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Posted
March 19, 2026
Respond By
April 20, 2026
Identifier
tender_21302
NAICS
336411
This opportunity involves the avionics upgrade of government-owned Airbus helicopters to improve forest fire suppression capabilities in Ontario. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Natural Resources, Ontario, Canada - Contracting office located at 70 Foster Drive, Suite 400, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario - OEMs and Vendors: - Airbus (manufacturer of AS350B2 and EC130B4 helicopters) - Products/Services Requested: - Avionics upgrade service for: - 1 Airbus AS350B2 helicopter - 7 Airbus EC130B4 helicopters - Specialized avionics equipment and installation services (no specific part numbers or quantities provided) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Upgrades must enhance forest fire suppression capabilities - Open competitive bidding under multiple international trade agreements - Contract duration is 14 months - No other OEMs, vendors, or specific product details are mentioned in the solicitation.
Description
The Ministry of Natural Resources of Ontario is seeking bids for the avionics upgrade of one Airbus AS350B2 helicopter and seven Airbus EC130B4 helicopters to enhance forest fire suppression capabilities. The contract duration is 14 months, and the procurement method is competitive open bidding. The solicitation supports multiple trade agreements including WTO GPA, CFTA, CETA, CPTPP, and Canada-UK TCA. Interested businesses can partner but must follow tendering procedures.