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GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna

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W8472-265968/ACanada

Submission Closed05/28/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The Department of National Defence is seeking to procure 56 Anti-jamming Antennae and 30 GPS distribution systems, along with associated documentation and training, to enhance the Royal Canadian Navy’s navigation capabilities in environments where Global Positioning Systems are unavailable or compromised. This equipment is intended to improve vessel positioning and safety without any associated security requirements or preference for Canadian goods and services. The procurement process allows for negotiations with suppliers and accepts submissions in either of Canada’s official languages. The solicitation, titled "GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna" with the number W8472-265968/A, was posted on May 12, 2026, and the response deadline is May 28, 2026. The contract is managed by the Department of National Defence and involves performance locations in British Columbia and Nova Scotia, among other locations worldwide. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Contracting Authority Sonja McFadyen. Further details and submission instructions are accessible through the official government procurement website.

General Info

Department of National Defence seeks 56 anti-jamming antennas, 30 GPS systems, training, no security restrictions.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National DefenceView Agency

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

British Columbia, Nova Scotia, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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RFP Amendment 003 for GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna W8472-265968/A

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RFP Amendment 002 for GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna W8472-265968/A

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RFP W8472-265968/A GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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RFP Amendment 004 for GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit W8472-265968/A

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RFP W8472-265968 GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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Amendment 001 to RFP W8472-265968 GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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RFP W8472-265968 GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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Amendment 001 to RFP W8472-265968/A GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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RFP W8472-265968/A GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna - Fleet Fit

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Amendment 005 to RFP W8472-265968/A for GPS Anti-Jamming Antenna

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PhaseClosed

PostedMay 12

Solicitation

Response DeadlineMay 28

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Submission Closed

05/28/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Government of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Sonja McFadyenContracting Authority

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Full Description

The Department of National Defence has a requirement for the supply of 56 Anti-jamming Antennae and 30 GPS distribution systems, documentation, and training, in order to improve the ability for Royal Canadian Navy vessels to identify their position and navigate safely in Global Positioning System-denied environments. There are no security requirements associated with this requirement. The requirement is not subject to a preference for Canadian goods and/or services. The Crown retains the rights to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.