Opportunity
CanadaBuys #onrefdd03ea92-3b52-4066-8bb0-ad71830ec7be
Avionics Upgrades for Airbus Helicopters Supporting Forest Fire Suppression
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
April 20, 2026
Identifier
onrefdd03ea92-3b52-4066-8bb0-ad71830ec7be
NAICS
811219, 336413
This opportunity involves upgrading avionics equipment for the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources' helicopter fleet to improve forest fire suppression capabilities. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Natural Resources, Ontario - Headquarters: 70 Foster Drive, Suite 400, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada - OEMs and Vendors: - Airbus (OEM for AS350B2 and EC130B4 helicopters) - Products/Services Requested: - Specialized avionics equipment upgrades for: - 1 Airbus AS350B2 helicopter - 7 Airbus EC130B4 helicopters - No specific part numbers, models, or quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Upgrades must support forest fire suppression operations - Open under multiple international trade agreements (WTO GPA, CFTA, CETA, CPTPP, Canada-UK TCA) - Contract duration estimated at 14 months
Description
The Ministry of Natural Resources of Ontario is seeking specialized avionics equipment upgrades for its fleet consisting of one Airbus AS350B2 helicopter and seven Airbus EC130B4 helicopters. These upgrades are intended to support forest fire suppression efforts within the province. The contract duration is estimated to be 14 months, and the procurement is conducted under multiple trade agreements including WTO GPA, CFTA, CETA, CPTPP, and Canada-UK TCA. Bidders may need to access a third-party site to view full tender details and submit bids.