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W8703-270012/AInternational

Submission Closed08/27/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Canada is procuring Signal Smoke Marine, Orange, a buoyant smoke signal designed for maritime rescue operations and integrated into life rafts and emergency kits, under solicitation W8703-270012/A. The requirement includes firm deliveries of 1 inert cutaway unit and 600 active units to CFAD Bedford, Nova Scotia, and 1 inert cutaway unit and 600 active units to CFAD Rocky Point, Victoria, British Columbia, all between 1 September 2027 and 30 November 2027, with follow-up deliveries of 300 active units to each location between 1 September 2028 and 30 November 2028. Unfunded optional quantities of 300 units per year are available for delivery to both locations in 2029 and 2030, subject to future funding. Each unit must meet strict physical and performance criteria, including a maximum size of 370mm by 270mm by 260mm, a self-contained launch mechanism, a 2–5 second ignition delay, and the ability to generate dense orange smoke for at least three minutes. The product must have a minimum four-year shelf life from manufacture and be less than six months old at delivery. Compliance is mandated under Canadian Forces packaging specification D-09-002-004/SG-000 and U.N. transport regulations, with detailed marking requirements including NATO Stock Number, net explosive quantity, lot number, explosive hazard labels, and UN packaging codes, all in vertical full gothic typography. The contract requires full compliance with technical specifications, including submission of a Technical Data Package with NCAGE, part numbers, drawings, and Safety Data Sheets, along with ammunition data cards. Offers must pass mandatory technical criteria to be considered, with award based on the lowest evaluated price. Pricing must be firm, inclusive of all Canadian duties, GST/HST, and excise taxes, with delivery terms specified as Delivery Duty Paid to the designated locations. Invoicing follows strict formatting guidelines, requiring detailed expenditure breakdowns, contract reference, and financial codes, with payment to be processed within 30 days of acceptable invoice receipt via direct deposit, EDI, or international wire transfer. The contractor must provide unrestricted access to facilities for government quality assurance inspectors, maintain full records for seven years after final payment, and comply with integrity provisions, including the Ineligibility

General Info

Procure 600 active and 1 inert orange smoke signals annually to CFAD Bedford and Rocky Point by 2028, with optional units through 2030.

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of National Defence

NAICS

332993 - Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

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NONE

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Amendment 001 to RFP W8703-270012 - Signal Smoke Marine, Orange

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Amendment 001 to Solicitation W8703-270012/A for Orange Marine Signal Smoke

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RFP W8703-270012 Signal Smoke Marine, Orange

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Solicitation W8703-270012/A - Signal Smoke Marine, Orange

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PostedAug 14

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Response DeadlineAug 27

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Submission Closed

08/27/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of National Defence

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Full Description

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT Canada has a requirement for the items detailed below: GSIN: N1370 – Pyrotechnics UNSPSC: 46101600 –Ammunition Description: Signal Smoke Marine, Orange A requirement exists to resupply Canada with the Signal Smoke Marine, Orange. The Signal Smoke Marine, Orange is a buoyant smoke signal for use in rescue situations at sea. It is employed in various life rafts and emergency kits. Firm Quantity: 1 unit - Inert Cutaway Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Bedford, Nova Scotia between 01 September 2027 and 30 November 2027. 600 units – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Bedford, Nova Scotia between 01 September 2027 and 30 November 2027. 300 units – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Bedford, Nova Scotia between 01 September 2028 and 30 November 2028. 1 unit - Inert Cutaway Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Rocky Point, Victoria, British Columbia between 01 September 2027 and 30 November 2027. 600 units – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Rocky Point, Victoria, British Columbia between 01 September 2027 and 30 November 2027. 300 units – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Rocky Point, Victoria, British Columbia between 01 September 2028 and 30 November 2028. Unfunded Optional Quantity: 300 units per year – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Bedford, Nova Scotia between 01 September 2029, 2030 and 30 November 2029, 2030. 300 units per year – Signal Smoke Marine, Orange - Delivery to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Rocky Point, Victoria, British Columbia between 01 September 2029, 2030 and 30 November 2029, 2030. Unit of Issue: Each, per unit 1. Security Requirements There are no security requirements associated with this procurement. 2. Controlled Goods This procurement is not subject to the Controlled Goods Program. 3. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement. 4. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. 5. Barring any other conditions or international sanctions, Canadian Suppliers, Suppliers of an Applicable Trading Partner and Suppliers of a Non-Trading Partner, are eligible for this solicitation of offers.