Organization and Management of Canada’s Presence at the Paris and Farnborough International Airshows in 2027 and 2028

The Government of Canada, through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, will award a sole-source contract to the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) to organize and manage its unified national presence at the 2027 Paris Air Show and the 2028 Farnborough International Airshow. The contract, valued at $3,320,000 including taxes and covering a base period through July 31, 2028 with a one-year option, requires AIAC to design, construct, staff, and dismantle Canada’s physical exhibition components, including the Canadian Pavilion Lounge, Showcase Canada booths for small and medium-sized enterprises, meeting rooms, and the Canada Chalet — a 70–100 square meter facility featuring reception areas, private bathrooms, food and beverage service, climate control, secure Wi-Fi, audiovisual equipment with on-site technicians, and an exterior viewing deck. All elements must reflect a cohesive national brand under Government of Canada directives while facilitating business-to-business connections, ministerial engagement, and industry networking. The Contractor must provide bilingual reception staff, manage exhibitor passes and bookings, and ensure full compliance with international trade agreements including CFTA, CUSMA, WTO-GPA, CPTPP, and EU-CETA. Delivery and performance occur exclusively at the international show sites in Paris and Farnborough, with administrative coordination based in Ottawa. The award is justified on unique capability, as AIAC is the only organization with long-standing, established relationships across Canadian aerospace firms and guaranteed access to exhibit space at these events. No competitive bidding is permitted, and no formal FAR clauses, line-item pricing, or certification requirements are specified; submission is limited to a statement of capabilities demonstrating the four essential qualifications, reviewed and accepted on-site after setup, with the Contracting Officer serving as the sole point of contact for all communications.