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Response Deadline08/31/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The Department of National Defence for the Government of Canada is seeking a subcontractor for the development, licensing, and maintenance of secure firmware designed for robotic targets. This specialized software will enable critical capabilities including autonomous navigation, hit detection, and real-time feedback systems. The project is categorized under NAICS code 511210 and will be performed in Quebec. Interested parties must submit their responses by August 31, 2026, following the posting date of August 10, 2026.

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Canada DND seeks subcontractor for robotic target secure firmware development in Quebec.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National DefenceView Agency

NAICS

511210 - Software PublishersView NAICS

Place of Performance

Québec, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of W0106-26L011/A.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Robotics targets

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Timeline

PostedAug 10

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Response DeadlineAug 31

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Response Deadline

08/31/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Development, licensing, and maintenance of secure firmware for robotic targets enabling autonomous navigation, hit detection, and real-time feedback.

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