CanadaBuys #EN578-24ISC4/95

Arctic Uncrewed Air System Development for Extreme Cold Weather Operations

The Government of Canada, through the Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC), is seeking innovative solutions for Arctic Uncrewed Air System (UAS) development under the Innovative Solutions Canada Program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC), Government of Canada - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to all qualified manufacturers - Products/Services Requested: - Arctic Uncrewed Air System (UAS) including: - Air vehicle with onboard electronics and propulsion - Sensor payload - Ground control station - Radio system - Battery with charger - Remote antenna - Key technical requirements: - Operation in temperatures from -40°C to +40°C - Wind resistance up to 55 km/hr - Minimum endurance of 90 minutes - Minimum operational radius of 20 km - Target recognition capability - Stowable in a 240-litre container - Maximum takeoff weight of 25 kg - Operational altitude of at least 1000 feet AGL - Operable while wearing winter gloves - Additional desired features: - Rapid deployment - VTOL capability - Low noise emission - Alternative power systems - Components sourced from NATO or Major Non-NATO Allies - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solution must be domestically produced - Rugged, easy to operate and maintain - Capable of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions in Arctic conditions - Up to five contracts may be awarded - Estimated contract value up to $500,000 CAD - 12-month contract duration

Description

This solicitation is for the development of an Arctic Uncrewed Air System (UAS) designed to operate in extreme cold weather conditions. The UAS must be domestically produced, rugged, easy to operate and maintain, and capable of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions in Arctic environments. Key requirements include operation in temperatures from -40°C to +40°C, wind resistance up to 55 km/hr, endurance of at least 90 minutes, and a maximum takeoff weight of 25 kg. The contract duration is 12 months with an estimated value up to $500,000 CAD and a maximum of 5 contracts to be awarded.

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