Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W2037-27-0420/A
Procurement of Impact-Rated Parachuting Helmets and Accessories for Canadian Armed Forces
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 15, 2026
Identifier
W2037-27-0420/A
NAICS
339920
The Canadian Department of National Defence (DND), through the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre (CAAWC), is seeking impact-rated parachuting helmets and accessories for military freefall training and the CAF Parachute Team (SkyHawks). - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND) - Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre (CAAWC) - Combat Training Centre (CTC) Contracts - Products Requested: - 70 full-face (integral) parachuting helmets (sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL) - 30 open-face parachuting helmets (various shell and liner sizes: 55–61 cm) - 25 clear/transparent visors for full-face helmets - 20 black aluminum side plates for full-face helmets - Technical Requirements: - Helmets must be impact-rated and certified to AFNOR XP S 72-600 and EN 966+A1:2012 standards - Full-face helmets: carbon composite shell, matte black finish, replaceable visor and side plates, integrated ear/audible pockets - Open-face helmets: matte black, integrated ear/audible pockets, cutaway chin strap, ventilation holes - Accessories must be compatible with specified helmet models - Notable Requirements: - Preference for Canadian goods and services - Delivery required by contract end date - Potential future requirements for greenhouse gas emissions disclosure and reduction targets - No specific OEMs or brands are named, but technical standards and specifications are clearly defined
Description
The Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre (CAAWC) requires various types and sizes of impact rated helmets to support the Canadian Armed Forces Military Freefall Parachutist courses, specifically the Military Square Parachute Instructor (MSPI) course and the Canadian Armed Forces Parachute Team (CAFPT) The SkyHawks. The procurement is subject to a preference for Canadian goods and/or services. The contract period is from the date of contract to October 15, 2026, with all deliverables due by that date. Delivery will be made to a specified delivery point as per the contract's statement of requirement.