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This Government Contract opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on July 8, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Supply of Small Autonomous Multi-Copter UAS

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The National Research Council of Canada is seeking to procure five compact, open-source compatible multi-copter drones to serve as research testbeds for autonomy development, aerial applications, and payload integration at its Center for Drone Innovation. These unmanned aerial systems must support advanced research capabilities and be designed with open-source compatibility to enable customization, software modification, and collaboration across academic and industry partners. The drones are intended for internal R&D use and must meet specific technical standards to facilitate reliable experimentation in dynamic aerial environments. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 334511, which pertains to the manufacturing of other sensing and controlling devices. The tender was posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026. Performance will take place in Canada, and the procurement is open to qualified suppliers capable of delivering fully functional, research-grade multi-copters that align with the NRC’s objectives in drone innovation. While no set-aside provisions are specified, bidders are expected to demonstrate technical expertise, proven experience in drone system development, and the ability to deliver within the tight timeline. All proposals must be submitted through the Canada Buys portal by the stated deadline.

General Info

NRC seeks five open-source compatible multi-copter drones for internal R&D in drone autonomy and payload integration.

Agency

Government of Canada → National Research Council of CanadaView Agency

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 26-58045 Amendment 1 Modification.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Small open development multi-copter platforms, Amendment #1

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada
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Procurement of five compact, open-source compatible multi-copter drones for use as research testbeds in autonomy, aerial applications, and payload integration at NRC's Center for Drone Innovation.

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