Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles

The Government of Canada, through the Department of Public Works and Government Services, is seeking proposals for the procurement of five Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles along with ancillary items, with the option to acquire two additional units. This solicitation, identified as WS5607335439, is issued under NAICS code 336413 and is open to all interested offerors without a specific set-aside classification. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of July 9, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on July 9, 2026. The vehicles are intended for use at multiple military locations across Canada, including Petawawa, Edmonton, Cold Lake, and Nova Scotia, requiring suppliers to ensure delivery and support capabilities across these geographically dispersed sites. All equipment must meet the operational and safety standards required by the Department of National Defence for aircraft rescue and firefighting duties. The primary point of contact for inquiries is David Murray of PSPC, reachable via email at david.murray@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca. The contract will be awarded based on technical qualifications, compliance with specifications, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to meet delivery timelines and support requirements. Offerors are expected to provide comprehensive details on vehicle capabilities, maintenance support, training, warranty terms, and supply chain readiness for ancillary components. Optional units may be exercised at the government’s discretion following initial delivery and evaluation, making it critical for proposers to include scalable solutions and pricing structures that accommodate both base and optional acquisitions. Successful bidders will be required to demonstrate proven experience with similar firefighting vehicles used in military or high-risk aviation environments.