The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has issued a tender for a Ground-Based Detect-and-Avoid (DAA) Radar System for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Operations. This procurement seeks advanced radar systems to support safe BVLOS operations in Canadian airspace.
Tender Reference: CB-660-5626855
Category: Goods
Published Date: 2026/09/02
Closing Date: 2026/09/21
Organization: National Research Council of Canada (NRC)
Description of Work:
The National Research Council of Canada requires a Ground-Based Detect-and-Avoid Radar System for BVLOS RPAS Operations. The system must meet the following specifications:
- Ground-based radar for detect-and-avoid capabilities
- Support for BVLOS RPAS operations
- Compliance with aviation safety standards
- Integration with existing air traffic management systems
- Reliable performance in various weather conditions
Security Requirement: No Security Requirements
Minimum Corporate Security Required: N/A
Minimum Resource Security Required: N/A
Contract Authority
Name: NRC Procurement Services
Email Address: nrc.procurement@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
Inquiries
Inquiries regarding this tender requirement must be submitted to the Contracting Authority named above. Request for Proposal documents will be e-mailed directly from the Contracting Authority to qualified suppliers. BIDDERS ARE ADVISED THAT “Canadabuys.canada.ca” IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS. The Crown retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language.
Contracting organization
Source: CanadaBuys – Ground-Based Detect-and-Avoid Radar System Tender
