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Sustainable Northern Operations: Water & Waste

Public Services and Procurement CanadaWater and wastewater treatment supply and disposal
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This Challenge notice is issued under the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Program Call for Proposals (CFP) Call 006 (W7714-248676/A). Solicitation Documents reference: See bidding details section. *For additional general information on the IDEaS Program, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas.html _____________ This challenge is open to receive proposals for Component 1a, Component 1b and Component 2. Proposed solutions that fall within technology readiness levels (TRL) 1-9 can be submitted to this challenge. Steps to apply: Step 1: read this challenge Step 2: read the Call for Proposals : See bidding details section Step 3: propose your solution here : https://defence-innovation-portal.my.site.com/ _____________ Maximum Funding and Performance Period Multiple contracts could result from this Challenge. The individual maximum contract funding available under Component 1a (TRL 1-3) is up to $250,000 CAD (excluding applicable taxes) for a maximum performance period of up to 6 months. The maximum individual contract funding available under Component 1b (TRL 4-5) is up to $1,500,000 CAD (excluding applicable taxes) for a maximum performance period of 12 months. The maximum individual contract funding available under Component 2 (TRL 6-9) is up to $5,000,000 CAD (excluding applicable taxes). The period of performance will be determined at the time of contract negotiation. The maximum individual contractual funding and the maximum performance period offered under Component 3 will be determined by Canada at the time of contract negotiation. This disclosure is made in good faith and does not commit Canada to contract for the total approximate funding. _____________ Challenge Details Challenge Title: W7714-248676/018 - Sustainable Northern Operations: Water & Waste The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) are seeking novel, integrated technologies that enable the CAF to operate Relocatable Transportable Camps (RTCs) independently and sustainably in Arctic and sub-Arctic environments while meeting all applicable Canadian environmental and health regulations. Background and context The CAF’s strategic update Our North, Strong and Free (2024) directs an expansion of military operations in the Canadian North. RTCs deployed in remote Arctic regions must sustain personnel with safe water, sanitation, and waste-handling capabilities while minimizing logistics and environmental risk. In 2023, the IDEaS Pop-Up City contest demonstrated advanced, containerized power-water-waste systems. These prototypes significantly reduced solid-waste mass and potable-water demand but were not tested under Arctic winter conditions. Material brittleness, freezing of fluids, and power-efficiency issues remain key obstacles. This challenge will bridge this gap by developing, and then testing integrated cold-weather water and waste technologies under Arctic winter conditions (e.g., Op NANOOK). The objective of the challenge is to support the development of a proven, deployable, Canadian-made, Arctic-ready water-and-waste system enabling CAF RTCs to operate independently, safely, and sustainably in the North with drastically reduced logistics burden and environmental impact. Essential outcomes Proposed solutions must meet the following requirements: • Integrated capability combining water purification, wastewater treatment and solid-waste reduction suitable for camps of up to 50 personnel. • Use a modular design that allows transport by air or ship – ensuring that individual components fit within a standard 20 ft sea container with maximum dimensions of 108 in. (2.74 m) wide × 268 in. (6.81 m) long × 96 in. (2.44 m) high and a maximum weight of 24,000 lb (10,886 kg; 10.9 tonnes). The modular design must also enable on site assembly without the need for heavy lift equipment. • Treated outputs must meet or exceed Wastewater System

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Tender brief & compliance checklist

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  • DND/CAF seek novel integrated water purification, wastewater treatment and solid-waste reduction technologies for Relocatable Transportable Camps (RTCs) in Arctic/sub-Arctic conditions.
  • Issued by Public Services and Procurement Canada under the IDEaS program Call for Proposals Call 006 (W7714-248676/A), Challenge W7714-248676/018.
  • Open to Component 1a (TRL 1-3, up to $250,000 CAD, up to 6 months), Component 1b (TRL 4-5, up to $1,500,000 CAD, 12 months) and Component 2 (TRL 6-9, up to $5,000,000 CAD).
  • Solutions must be modular, fit within a 20-ft sea container, be assembled without heavy-lift equipment, operate to -40°C, and achieve at least 75% reduction in resupply volume and frequency.
  • Proposals are submitted electronically via the Defence Innovation Portal (DIP).

Key dates

  • Notice closing date (Eastern time): 2026-10-20T14:00:00
    ✓ Quote found in notice
    “CLOSING (Eastern time): 2026-10-20T14:00:00”
  • CFP closing date: March 31st, 2027 at 2PM EDT
    ✓ Quote found in w7714-248676-ideas-cfp-006---amendment-2_1.pdf
    “Closing date: March 31st, 2027 at 2PM EDT”
  • Questions deadline: Not stated

Evaluation

Not stated

    Security: Not stated

    Submission: Bids must be transmitted electronically using the Defence Innovation Portal (DIP); proposals are proposed via https://defence-innovation-portal.my.site.com/

    Compliance checklist (mandatory requirements)

    Risks and unusual terms

    • Multiple contracts could result from this Challenge; disclosure does not commit Canada to contract for the total approximate funding.
    • Advancement to Component 1b or 2 is not guaranteed and is at the sole discretion of Canada.
    • Participation in any Component is not guaranteed and not mandatory.
    • The existence, amount, and quality of locally sourced water cannot be guaranteed; reduction should be achieved through recovery and reuse.
    • Material brittleness, freezing of fluids, and power-efficiency issues remain key obstacles.
    • The maximum individual contractual funding and performance period under Component 3 will be determined by Canada at the time of contract negotiation.

    Not stated in the available text: Evaluation method and evaluation criteria; Security clearance requirements; Questions/inquiries deadline; Bid bond, insurance, or other financial security requirements; Site visit or mandatory meeting requirements; Minimum experience or past-performance requirements; Required forms or certifications; Detailed submission instructions beyond use of DIP; Contracting authority contact name and email

    Solicitation documents (7)

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    Price benchmark

    Range $32K – $358K · median $76K · n=3 · inferred from published winners in the same codes/department

    Incumbency

    Inferred rotating winners. Top published winner Veolia Water Technologies Canada Inc. has 20% of 5 similar awards.

    Department buying calendar

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    Buyer contact (contracting authority)

    PWGSC IDEaS Team / L'équipe IDEeS de TPSGC · tpsgc.paidees-apideas.pwgsc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

    Gatineau, Quebec · Competitive - Open bidding

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    Official Documents & Links

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