Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) and Combat Search & Rescue Radios

The contract seeks the supply of GPS-enabled personal locator beacons and dual-band VHF/UHF combat search and rescue radios with integrated satellite communication capabilities, designed for enhanced operational survivability and rapid response in hostile or remote environments. These devices must meet stringent military specifications for durability, signal reliability, secure communication, and extended battery life under extreme conditions, ensuring seamless coordination between distressed personnel and rescue teams across terrestrial and satellite networks. The equipment is intended for deployment by Canadian Armed Forces personnel engaged in high-risk missions where timely location tracking and emergency communication are critical. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of National Defence under the Government of Canada, with a response deadline of June 5, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 334220 indicates the focus is on communications equipment manufacturing, and performance is expected to be centered in Kingston, Ontario. Suppliers must be prepared to meet technical, logistical, and compliance requirements aligned with Canadian defense standards, though no specific set-aside provisions are outlined. Interested parties must submit proposals prior to the deadline to be considered for inclusion in the government’s supply chain for life-saving rescue and recovery systems.