PR23291 W8486-260708 Paper Chemical Agent Detector

The Department of National Defence, through the Directorate of Land Procurement, has issued a Request for Information under solicitation number WS5642984329 to gather industry input on the potential to fulfill a future requirement for a Paper Chemical Agent Detector, identified by project code PR23291 W8486-260708. This initiative seeks to assess industry capabilities and interest in delivering a solution that meets specific operational needs within the Canadian Armed Forces, with all submissions required by August 25, 2026. The solicitation is open to all eligible industry participants without set-aside restrictions and falls under NAICS code 334511, which pertains to the manufacturing of instruments and related products for measuring and testing. The contract is managed by the Government of Canada through Public Works and Government Services Canada, with the anticipated place of performance centered in the National Capital Region. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Stephen Van Den Hanenberg, Contracting Authority, reachable via email at stephen.vandenhanenberg@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca. The RFI is publicly accessible through the CanadaBuys platform and serves purely as an information-gathering tool to inform the development of a future procurement, not as a solicitation for immediate bids or proposals. Industry participants are encouraged to respond before the deadline to provide technical insights, capacity assessments, and potential solutions to support the Department’s planning for chemical agent detection capabilities.