Polar Helicopter Project
Public Works and Government Services Canada · Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
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Basic information
- Reference number
- F7013-230428/A
- Issuing organization
- Public Works and Government Services Canada · Find award history →
- Government level
- Federal
- Solicitation type
- Defence & Security
- Title
- Polar Helicopter Project
- Source
- CanadaBuys
- Source ID
- F7013-230428/A
Details
- Location
- Gatineau, Quebec, Canada
Summary
The Government of Canada is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for the Polar Helicopter Project, seeking industry input on helicopters capable of operating in Arctic conditions from the new Polar Icebreakers. Amendment 004 publishes questions and answers from industry engagement sessions, covering technical requirements, operational specifications, and logistical support arrangements. The helicopters must be capable of 4+ hour endurance at 140+ knots cruise speed, fit within strict hangar dimensions (21,000mm x 5,400mm x 5,545mm with folded rotors), and comply with Canadian Aviation Regulations Parts VII, Sub Parts 702, 703, and 704. Key requirements include minimum 750kg useful load, compliance with IFR fuel requirements, operations in areas of magnetic compass unreliability, and integration with CCG operations including two Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and two pilots per helicopter while aboard the icebreakers.
Description
Trade Agreement: NONE Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid Competitive Procurement Strategy: N/A - P&A/LOI Only Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Nature of Requirements: Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is seeking Industry feedback regarding the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) Polar Helicopter Project. The intent of this Request for Information (RFI) process is to remain open until a formal solicitation process is released in the future. PSPC intends to...
Dates
- Publication
- 2023/12/07 12:00:00 AM UTC
- Closing date
- 2026/06/30 02:00:00 PM UTC
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ABES.PROD.PW_CAG.B014.E29228.EBSU000.PDF
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ABES.PROD.PW_CAG.B014.E29228.EBSU004.PDF
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Executive summary
This is Amendment 007 to a Request for Information (RFI) for the Polar Helicopter Project, extending the response deadline from December 5, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The project seeks industry input on helicopter solutions for Canadian Coast Guard operations in the Arctic, specifically for use on polar icebreakers. The amendment includes 107 detailed questions across two sections: Section A covers general programmatic questions (1-49) including certification, contracts, operations, training, and security. Section B focuses on updated financial pricing information (50-107) for helicopters, equipment, and training services. The government is refining project requirements and actively progressing toward preliminary and final Request for Proposal publications.
Mandatory requirements
- 01Transport Canada certification for helicopter and mission systems
- 02Blade folding capability for shipboard operations
- 03Arctic environment operational capability
- 04Ship-borne operations capability on polar icebreakers
- 05Compliance with Canadian Federal Brand Program standards
- 06In-service support capability for helicopter lifetime
Suggested win themes
- —Proven Arctic operational experience with helicopter platforms in extreme cold environments
- —Existing Transport Canada certification or clear pathway to certification
- —Ship-borne helicopter operations expertise with naval/maritime customers
- —Comprehensive in-service support capability with Arctic logistics experience
- —ITAR-free or minimal ITAR content solutions to avoid export control complications
- —Turnkey training solutions with simulator capability and Canadian presence