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Structured SFFF Firefighter Training Program for Department of National Defence

The Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are seeking a contractor to deliver a comprehensive, two-day training program for firefighter personnel focused on synthetic fluorine free foam (SFFF) products and tactics. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Minister of National Defence - Products/Services Requested: - Structured two-day SFFF training program for approximately 275 firefighter candidates - Includes both theoretical and practical live-fire exercises with hydrocarbon-based Class B fires - Training must use SFFF products compliant with MIL-PRF-32725 and meet NFPA standards - Contractor to provide all facilities, SFFF-equipped ARFF vehicles, radios, hose, nozzles, foam systems, full PPE, and SCBA units for each candidate - Training delivered by NFPA-qualified bilingual instructors with industrial or aviation firefighting experience - Accommodates up to 25 candidates per class and up to 6 DND/CAF observers per session - Training materials and certification included - Optional meal services for participants - Unique/Notable Requirements: - SFFF products and equipment must be compliant with MIL-PRF-32725 - Training must address environmental and safety considerations, supporting the transition away from AFFF foams containing fluorinated compounds - Contractor must provide all necessary safety management and medical emergency support at the training facility - Eligibility restricted to Canadian suppliers and those from partner countries under reciprocal procurement policies - Pricing is per attendee, inclusive of all training-related costs - No specific OEMs or SFFF product brands are named in the solicitation - The procurement aligns with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions targets

Description

The Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are transitioning from aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) containing fluorinated compounds to synthetic fluorine free foam (SFFF) products. This transition aligns with environmental and health priorities and requires firefighter personnel to receive training in the safe and effective use of SFFF, particularly in hydrocarbon-based Class B fire scenarios. The solicitation seeks offers to provide a structured, two-day training program to build operational proficiency with SFFF products, equipment, and tactics. The contract duration is 12 months starting from August 1, 2026.

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