Submarine Acquisition Strategy Advisory

The contract seeks strategic advisory services to support the design of a submarine acquisition program, with emphasis on developing a robust procurement strategy, structuring contractual frameworks, and establishing models for international vendor engagement. The focus is on evaluating and implementing foreign build and domestic sustainment approaches to ensure long-term operational capability and industrial benefit within Canada. Advisors will be expected to provide expert guidance on how to navigate complex international procurement environments while aligning with national defense objectives and industrial participation goals. Services must be delivered by a qualified entity capable of advising on end-to-end acquisition planning, including risk assessment, vendor selection criteria, and transition planning for sustainment operations within Canada. Proposals are due by July 12, 2026, and the work is scoped under NAICS code 541611, indicating management consulting services. The contract is issued by the Department of National Defence under the Government of Canada and is intended to be performed within Canada, with performance tied directly to national defense acquisition strategy development. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract, and no set-aside provisions are specified.