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Specialized Professional Advisory Services for Cospas-Sarsat Programme
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The Department of Public Safety Canada is seeking specialized professional advisory services to enhance Canada’s leadership and participation in the international COSPAS SARSAT Programme. The contract involves providing expert strategic, technical, governance, and negotiation support to the Canadian Permanent Representative, including preparation for and engagement in international meetings, development of Canadian positions, and assistance in negotiations aimed at modernizing the Programme Agreement. Key responsibilities include supporting various COSPAS SARSAT meetings by drafting and analyzing documentation, advising delegation members during discussions, contributing to meeting records, and potentially acting as an impartial Chair to oversee governance and working group sessions, ensuring procedural adherence and achievement of objectives. Additionally, the contractor will offer expert advice on the development and implementation of advanced satellite distress alerting technologies such as MEOSAR, Second Generation Beacons, and Return Link Service, as well as ICAO Autonomous Distress Tracking requirements. The role demands a high level of subject matter expertise, independence, sound judgment, and flexibility to coordinate effectively with international technical experts and representatives. The contract is managed by the Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness with work primarily based in the National Capital Region. Interested parties were invited to respond by mid-May 2026.
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NAICS
Place of Performance
Canada, National Capital Region (NCR), CANSet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
