Autonomous Multi-Copter UAS Supply

The National Research Council of Canada is seeking to procure a minimum of five small, autonomous multi-copter unmanned aerial systems designed as open and versatile research and development platforms for use by the Drone and Flight Autonomy Laboratory. These systems must support advanced experimentation in flight autonomy, sensor integration, and autonomous navigation, serving as flexible tools for academic and industrial R&D efforts. The contract is structured as a subcontract and falls under the NAICS code 334511, indicating a focus on the manufacturing of navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments. The solicitation was posted on June 9, 2026, with a response deadline of July 9, 2026, providing potential suppliers a one-month window to submit proposals. The equipment will be utilized at the laboratory’s facility, though the exact location is unspecified, and no set-aside provisions are indicated, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible vendors regardless of size or ownership structure.