Twin Agent Unit Fire Fighting System for the River Class Destroyer

The contract seeks the provision of the Twin Agent Unit (TAU), a dual-agent firefighting system specifically designed for aviation rescue and recovery on River Class Destroyers. This system integrates Purple-K dry chemical with a non-fluorinated foam (F3) to replace traditional AFFF agents, utilizing a dual hose and nozzle arrangement. The TAU must operate as a fully self-contained, standalone unit independent of the ship’s services, enabling a single operator to simultaneously discharge both firefighting agents. The design includes two independent hose reel stations strategically positioned—one forward in the hangar and another aft below the flight deck—and must conform to the ship's RCD design constraints while meeting all specified performance requirements. Issued by the Government of Canada’s Department of National Defence, the solicitation is open for responses until May 30, 2026. The system must not only fulfill stringent operational criteria but also accommodate installation and use within the confined spaces of the destroyer. This solicitation emphasizes advanced firefighting capability, environmental consideration through the use of a non-fluorinated foam, and operational efficiency by allowing single-operator control. Interested parties may contact the designated contracting authority, Felix D'Aoust, for further information.