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Air Simulator Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) consultants

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W8485-26-SC20International

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The Department of National Defence is seeking two Air Simulator Verification, Validation and Accreditation (VV&A) consultants to support the Director Aerospace Equipment Program Management (Tactical Aviation and Simulation) group. These consultants will operate in an advisory capacity to independently determine flight simulator fitness and ensure compliance with technical and quality standards, including the Canadian Aviation Regulations. The work will be performed in the National Capital Region at 455 boul de la Carrière, Gatineau, QC. The contract is intended for an initial term of three years, starting December 1, 2026, with two irrevocable option years to extend the term. Each resource is estimated to work 240 days per year. The procurement will be awarded to the responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price per point. To be considered, bidders must meet mandatory technical criteria and achieve a minimum of 60 out of 100 points based on the resources' education, professional certifications, and at least 36 months of relevant VV&A experience within the last 84 months. Due to the nature of the work, the contractor must hold a Secret Facility Security Clearance and be registered in the Controlled Goods Program, while all personnel must be Canadian citizens with Secret security clearance. The contract includes strict operational limitations, prohibiting consultants from making official decisions, directing departmental organizations, or determining training policies on behalf of Canada.

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DND seeks two VV&A consultants for air simulator compliance and quality assurance.

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National Capital Region (NCR), CAN

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W8485-26-SC20 Air Simulator VV&A Consultants

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence
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Chantal LeavoyContracting Authority

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT FILE NUMBER: W8485-26-SC20 This requirement is for the Department of National Defence (DND) for two (2) Air Simulator Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&A) consultants to support the Director Aerospace Equipment Program Management (Tactical Aviation and Simulation) (DAEPM (T&AS 4)) group. These resources will independently determine flight simulator fitness and will ensure the flight simulator’s compliance with required technical and quality standards Tendering Procedure: All interested suppliers may submit a bid. Competitive Procurement Strategy: Responsive bid with the lowest evaluated price per point Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No UNSPSC: 81102300 Aeronautical engineering; and 86101811 Accreditation or re-accreditation service Number of Contracts: This bid solicitation is intended to result in the award of one (1) contract for three (3) years, plus two (2) irrevocable option years allowing Canada to extend the term of the Contract. Location of Work to be Performed: Region(s): National Capital Region Specific Location(s): 455 boul de la Carrière, Gatineau, QC Security Requirement: There are security requirements associated with this requirement. For additional information, consult Part 6 - Security, Financial and Other Requirements, and Part 7 - Resulting Contract Clauses. Supplier Security Clearance required: FSC – Secret Resource Security Clearance required: Secret Security Level required (Document Safeguarding): Nil Estimated Level of Effort: The estimated Level of Effort for each resource will be 240 days per year. Estimated time frame of contract – 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2029 plus two (2) irrevocable option years. Enquiries: Enquiries regarding this RFP requirement must be submitted to the DND POC listed below. File Number: W8485-26-SC20 DND POC: Chantal Leavoy E-Mail: contact@example.gov The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

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