# CanadaBuys #WA257004_88262

Advance Notice: 60 MW National Capital Region Data Center Design-Build Project

**Posted:** October 07, 2026
**Respond By:** January 05, 2027
**Identifier:** WA257004_88262
**NAICS:** 236220, 541330, 238210, 238220

Defence Construction Canada has issued advance notice of a potential 60 MW data center design-build project in Ontario’s National Capital Region.
- **Government buyer:** Defence Construction Canada (DCC), acting on behalf of the Government of Canada. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is referenced in connection with the Contract Security Program.
- **Opportunity:** Potential Modified Design-Build services to design and construct a data center, including tailored mechanical and electrical configurations, a small office, and a shipping and receiving area.
- **Scale and value:** 60 MW capacity; estimated contract value of $1.5 billion to $1.85 billion.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No product OEMs, suppliers, or prospective vendors are named. DCC, the Government of Canada, and PSPC are buyer or government entities, not identified suppliers.
- **Notable requirements:** A valid Facility Security Clearance is anticipated for design-builders. The project may include an Indigenous business participation component.
- **Procurement status:** This is an advance notice, not a bid solicitation or request for proposals; proceeding is conditional on Government of Canada approval.

### Description

Defence Construction Canada is providing advance notice of a potential Modified Design-Build contract to design and construct a 60 MW data center facility in the National Capital Region, including tailored mechanical and electrical configurations, small office space, and shipping and receiving area. The estimated contract value is $1.5 billion to $1.85 billion, and the solicitation is anticipated to be initiated in Winter 2027, subject to Government of Canada approval. This notice is not a bid solicitation or request for proposals, and there is no guarantee the contract will proceed. Security requirements apply, with a valid Facility Security Clearance anticipated for design-builders.

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