Request for information - W8703-27XA43 - 155MM Smoke

Public Works and Government Services Canada is seeking industry input through a Request for Information to explore economic leveraging opportunities and pathways for Indigenous participation in the development and supply of a 155mm Multi-spectral obscurant projectile designed for use with the M777A1 155mm towed artillery howitzer by the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces. The initiative aims to gather insights from industry stakeholders on potential benefits such as job creation, technology transfer, supply chain development, and meaningful engagement with Indigenous businesses as part of the broader procurement strategy. This is not a solicitation for bids but a consultative step to inform future contracting decisions and ensure alignment with federal priorities around inclusive economic growth. The RFI, identified by solicitation number WS5727380154 and posted on June 5, 2026, has a response deadline of July 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. It falls under NAICS code 332993 for Other Metal Frontier and Allied Manufacturing and is issued by the Government of Canada through PWGSC. All responses must be submitted via the designated online portal, with Quan King from SPAC/PSPC serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. The performance location is broadly designated as Canada, reflecting the national scope of the potential procurement and the expected involvement of domestic suppliers and partners.