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In-Service Support and Structural Modifications for MAPLE Aircraft Platform

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking a contractor to provide in-service support and structural modifications for the Medium-Long Range Aircraft Platform for Environmental Research (MAPLE): - Government Buyer: - National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Contracting Authority, Ottawa, Ontario - Scope of Work: - In-service support and maintenance for the MAPLE aircraft platform - Structural modifications to accommodate scientific sensors, pods, pylons, and peripherals - Engineering, integration, certification, and testing of modifications - Installation of underwing hardpoints, fuselage optical ports, and instrumentation support infrastructure - Collaborative design, engineering, and implementation support for science infrastructure - Mandatory mission audio system, cabin interior liners and finishing, and extensive instrumentation support infrastructure (including electrical, power, ventilation, and gas systems) - Products/Services Requested: - Structural modifications (wing, fuselage, cabin, pressure vessel, etc.) - Mission audio system (SE1 to SE5) - Cabin interior liners and finishing (SE6 to SE7) - Instrumentation support infrastructure (IS1 to IS18) - Collaborative design and engineering services - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canadian content policies and applicable trade agreements - Environmental packaging requirements - Phased evaluation with technical and financial components - Milestone-based payments aligned with project phases - Period of Performance: - Contract duration is 51 months, with all deliverables due by December 31, 2029, and potential extension up to five additional years - Locations: - NRC Flight Research Laboratory (Hangar Building U-61), Ottawa, Ontario (primary place of performance) - NRC Contracting Office, 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario

Description

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for in-service support of the MAPLE aircraft platform. The work includes structural modifications to accommodate scientific sensors, pods, pylons, and peripherals. The contract duration is 51 months starting from December 31, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding, and the solicitation closes on July 8, 2026, at 14:00 EDT.

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