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Terrestrial Snow Mass Technology Development

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Response Deadline11/26/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract focuses on the development of sensing technologies designed to measure and monitor terrestrial snow mass in support of Canadian Space Agency Earth observation projects. The primary objective is to conduct research and development to advance snow mass sensing capabilities to Technology Readiness Level 5, culminating in the delivery of a technology demonstration or brassboard for the mission. The project is managed under the Government of Canada and is specifically designated for performance in Quebec, excluding the National Capital Region. Interested parties must adhere to the timeline established by the posting date of October 15, 2026, with a final response deadline of November 26, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for developing Canadian Space Agency snow mass sensing technology in Quebec.

Agency

Government of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

Quebec (except NCR), CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 9F063-20260085.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedOct 15

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Response DeadlineNov 26

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11/26/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Canadian Space Agency

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Develops sensing technologies for the measurement and monitoring of terrestrial snow mass for prime contractors on Canadian Space Agency (CSA) Earth observation projects. Performs R&D to mature snow mass sensing capabilities to TRL 5. Delivers a technology demonstration or brassboard for the snow mass mission.

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