Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) National Array NPP

The Canadian Armed Forces is seeking a comprehensive Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) service to safeguard personnel, infrastructure, equipment, and operations across Defence establishments throughout Canada against growing threats posed by uncrewed aerial systems. The contractor will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of the C-UAS capability, including design, installation, integration, testing, validation, maintenance, sustainment, and future modernization, ensuring continuous operational effectiveness and adaptability to evolving threats. This service-based approach demands end-to-end accountability from the vendor, with all systems required to function reliably across diverse geographic and environmental conditions within Canada. The solicitation, identified as WS5725677621 under the title Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) National Array NPP, was posted on July 13, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026. It is issued by the Department of Public Works and Government Services on behalf of the Government of Canada, falls under NAICS code 541715, and is open for federal procurement without set-aside provisions. The prime point of contact for inquiries is Kathie Paquette, Contracting Authority, reachable via email at kathie.paquette@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca. All required documentation, including the Needs Priority Paper, is accessible through SAP Ariba, and further details can be found on the CanadaBuys portal.