Opportunity

CanadaBuys #W8482-263878

Canada DND Solicits HP Air Dryers and Support for Halifax-class Frigates

Posted

May 13, 2026

Respond By

June 21, 2026

Identifier

W8482-263878

NAICS

333415, 541330, 423740

The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is seeking proposals for the supply, installation, and support of High Pressure (HP) Air Dryers for Halifax-class frigates operated by the Royal Canadian Navy. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), Canada - Procurement managed by D MAR P 7-3-4, Senior Procurement Officer - Products and Quantities: - 30 HP Air Dryers (24 for ship installation, 6 as spares) - Option to purchase up to 10 additional HP Air Dryers within one year of last delivery - Main controllers (up to 17 units) - Special tools (2 units) - Valve repair kits (up to 150 units across 5 types) - Valves (up to 100 units across 5 types) - Gauges (up to 100 units across 5 types) - Desiccant refills (200 units) - Filter canisters (up to 24 units across 3 types) - Filter elements (up to 900 units across 3 types) - O-rings/seals for filter canisters and desiccant chambers (up to 800 units) - Detection/sensing elements (up to 75 units across 3 types) - Heater elements (20 units) - Shock mounts (up to 16 units) - Other recommended spare parts as agreed with Canada - Services Requested: - OEM installation support for initial units on both East and West Coasts (CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt) - Provision of engineering drawings, comprehensive user manuals, and troubleshooting guides - Training for repair personnel and ship staff on both coasts - Delivery of course materials and technical documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - HP Air Dryers must meet stringent military and environmental standards, including shock and vibration resistance - Detailed diagnostics and interface capabilities required - Compliance with Canadian and international quality assurance and security standards - All deliveries to be made to CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt - Option for additional units may be exercised within one year after final delivery - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but OEM support is required for installation and training.

Description

The Royal Canadian Navy's Halifax-class frigate requires replacement HP Air Dryers due to obsolescence. A total of 30 units are needed, including 24 installed on ships and 6 spare units. The procurement includes OEM assistance for initial installations on Canada's East and West Coasts, engineering drawings, a comprehensive user manual with parts lists and troubleshooting guidance, and training for repair personnel and end users on each coast. Spare parts are required, with an option for an additional 10 HP Air Dryers within one year of the last delivery.

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