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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on January 8, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Pilot and Ground Crew Training

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W7006-24SM01International

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The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking to establish a Standing Offer for pilot and maintenance technician courses specifically designed for Royal Canadian Air Force personnel operating and maintaining the CT142 Dash 8, Series 100 aircraft. The training encompasses both Aircraft Systems Technician (AVN) and Avionics Systems Technician (AVS) courses, providing comprehensive instruction on the operation, management, and troubleshooting of flight deck and maintenance systems. The contract is intended to be awarded to a single supplier, covering an initial period of three years starting March 1, 2026, with an option to extend for an additional three irrevocable years. This procurement requires suppliers to have Reliability-level security clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work. The DND retains the right to negotiate with bidders, and submissions may be made in either official language of Canada. The solicitation emphasizes collaboration with one contractor to deliver training programs crucial for maintaining operational readiness of the CT142 Dash 8 fleet. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Pierre Laperrière, and the deadline for bid submissions is February 6, 2026. The place of performance is Winnipeg, and all relevant contract details are available through the Canada Buys portal.

General Info

DND seeks single supplier for CT142 Dash 8 pilot and maintenance training, starting 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National DefenceView Agency

NAICS

611512 - Flight TrainingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Winnipeg, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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W7006-24SM01 - Request for Standing Offer for Pilot and Ground Crew Training

PDF82 pagesrfso

Request for Standing Offer W7006-24SM01 Soutien à l'instruction des pilotes et de l'équipe au sol

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence
Contacts1 person available
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Government of Canada → Department of National Defence
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Pierre LaperrièreContracting Authority

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT FILE NUMBER: W7006-24-SM01 This requirement is for the Department of National Defence (DND) The Department of National Defence (DND) has a requirement for a Standing Offer (SO) to provide pilot and maintenance technician courses (Aircraft Systems Technician (AVN) & Avionics Systems Technician (AVS)), and training courses suitable for use by the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) personnel to operate and maintain the CT142 Dash 8, Series 100 aircraft. Training includes comprehensive knowledge of the operation, management, and troubleshooting of systems used or supported by personnel in the flight deck and by maintenance technicians. Number of Standing Offers: This bid solicitation is intended to result in the award of one (1) standing offer for three (3) years, plus three (3) irrevocable option years allowing Canada to extend the term of the Standing Offer. Security Requirement Supplier Security Clearance required: Reliability Enquiries: Enquiries regarding this Request for Standing Offer (RFSO) requirement must be submitted to the DND point of contact (POC) listed below. File Number: W7006-24-SM01 DND POC: Pierre Laperrière E-Mail: DapServicesBidReceiving-DoaServicesReceptionDesSoumissions@forces.gc.ca Estimated time frame of Standing Offer(s) – from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2029 plus three (3) irrevocable option years. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

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