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Helicopter Reach Pendants

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W8485-269028/ACanada

Submission Closed04/27/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 336413

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The Department of National Defence is seeking to procure 200 medium capacity helicopter Reach Pendants, each rated for 10,000 lbs (4536 kg), for use in external cargo sling operations under diverse operational conditions. The solicitation, identified as W8485-269028/A, was initially issued on November 27, 2025, and has undergone multiple amendments extending the proposal deadline to March 27, 2026, at 14:00 Eastern Daylight Time. Bidders must submit a three-part proposal including a technical bid, a financial bid with prices separated and not disclosed elsewhere, and a certification package containing compliance attestations, integrity declarations, and traceability documentation. The contract requires delivery of two prototype units and 200 production units along with two servicing kits per pendant, comprehensive technical data packages, and full certification documentation including NATO Stock Numbers and manufacturer-specific parts data. All items must be packaged one per unit under DND specification D-LM-008-036/SF-000 and labeled with waterproof, bilingual English and French labels featuring mandatory information including serial numbers, contract number, and manufacturer details, using permanent black non-migrating ink with specific font sizing. Compliance with international standards such as STANAG 2286, STANAG 3542, and ASME B30 is required, alongside adherence to ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent quality management systems. The evaluation approach is a best-value trade-off based on a 60% technical merit and 40% price weighting, allowing for selection of the highest combined score rather than lowest price. Delivery occurs under FCA terms at the contractor’s facility, with final acceptance performed at a DND facility in Canada. Prices must include applicable Canadian taxes and delivery charges, and payments will be processed via direct deposit, EDI, or wire transfer to the designated Accounts Payable office in Astra, Ontario. Contractors must also provide advance notice of any design changes or part obsolescence and ensure all certifications remain valid throughout contract performance. While security clearances are not required, non-compliance with certification, traceability, or integrity requirements will render a bid non-responsive. The CAGE code for the manufacturing entity must be provided, but no UEI or socioeconomic classifications are mandated. The contract is expected to be awarded as a firm-fixed-price arrangement with no options,

General Info

Procure 200 10,000-lb helicopter reach pendants with certification, bilingual labeling, and compliance to STANAG and ISO standards.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National DefenceView Agency

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

*Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

(7)

Amendment 002 to RFP W8485-269028/A Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•2 pages•amendment

Amendment 004 to RFP W8485269028/A for Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•2 pages•amendment

RFP W8485-269028/A Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•40 pages•rfp

Amendment 003 to Solicitation W8485269028 - Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•4 pages•amendment

Amendment 005 to RFP W8485-269028/A Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•3 pages•amendment

W8485-269028/A Helicopter Reach Pendants RFP

PDF•41 pages•rfp

Amendment 001 to RFP W8485-269028/A for Helicopter Reach Pendants

PDF•2 pages•amendment

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PhaseClosed

PostedApr 27

Solicitation

Response DeadlineApr 27

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

04/27/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence

Contacts1 person available

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Organization / Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Sharon SallyPoint of Contact

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Full Description

Department of National Defence's has a requirement to procure: 200 10,000-lbs (4536 kg) medium capacity helicopter Reach Pendants (RPs) Detailed requirements are specified in Annex A. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.