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Research and Development Specialist (Conceptual Phase)

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Submission Closed03/10/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity involves performing active research and development for prime contractors working on Defence Research and Development Canada projects. The primary objective is to advance projects from Technology Readiness Level 1 to Technology Readiness Level 3 through theoretical modeling, literature reviews, feasibility studies, and conceptual design. Specialists will utilize academic databases and simulation software to develop conceptual design reports, feasibility studies, and theoretical frameworks. The contract is issued by the Government of Canada through the Department of Public Works and Government Services and requires a minimum of 70% Canadian Content compliance. Performance of the work is to be conducted within Canada. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of March 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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Subcontract for Canadian R&D projects advancing technology readiness levels by March 10, 2026.

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Government of Canada → Department of Public Works and Government Services

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

*Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of W7714-248676.

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PhaseClosed

PostedJan 27

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Response DeadlineMar 10

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Submission Closed

03/10/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Public Works and Government Services

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Performs active research and development for prime contractors on Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) projects. Conducts theoretical modeling, literature reviews, feasibility studies, and conceptual design to move projects from TRL 1 to TRL 3 using academic databases and simulation software. Requires Canadian Content compliance (70% minimum). Delivers conceptual design reports, feasibility studies, and theoretical frameworks.

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