W8703-270055 Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace - RFSA - Round 2-A

The Defence Investment Agency, acting for the Department of National Defence, is seeking qualified Canadian suppliers for Round 2 of the Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace. This solicitation, identified as W8703-270055, is managed by the Department of Public Works and Government Services. Interested parties must submit all required supporting documentation and bid submissions by November 6, 2026, at 14:00 EDT, as bids received after this deadline will only be considered for future qualification rounds. An Industry Engagement Event is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 11:00 EDT, which requires mandatory registration via email. Due to capacity limits of 100 bids per event, six identical events have been established, though suppliers are instructed to submit their bid under only one of these events. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Sharon McCartney, the Contracting Authority.