Opportunity Detail

JD
Open — RFPW8474-240001

RCAF Future Fighter Capability — Maintenance & Sustainment Support

Department of National Defence / RCAF Aerospace · Maintenance
Key Details
Estimated Value
$2.4 Billion CAD
Closing Date
April 15, 2026
Posted Date
January 12, 2026
Solicitation Type
Request for Proposal
Contracting Authority
PSPC / DND
Contract Duration
10 years + 5 options
Opportunity Summary

The Department of National Defence (DND), on behalf of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), is seeking proposals for a comprehensive maintenance and sustainment support contract for the Future Fighter Capability (FFC) aircraft fleet. This contract will cover all in-service support activities including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, supply chain management, technical data management, and training support.

The successful contractor will be required to establish and maintain a network of maintenance facilities across Canada, with primary hubs at CFB Cold Lake (Alberta) and CFB Bagotville (Quebec). The contract includes provisions for Canadian Industrial Benefits (CIB) and Indigenous Business requirements in accordance with the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB).

Security requirements include a Facility Security Clearance (FSC) at the SECRET level and personnel security clearances at RELIABILITY STATUS or higher, as specified in the Security Requirements Checklist (SRCL).

Procurement Timeline
Jan 12, 2026
RFP Published on Buyandsell.gc.ca
Feb 5, 2026
Industry Day / Bidders Conference
Mar 1, 2026
Questions & Clarifications Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Amendment 002 — Updated Statement of Work
Apr 15, 2026UPCOMING
Proposal Submission Deadline
Jun 2026 (est.)
Evaluation & Selection
Q3 2026 (est.)
Contract Award
Associated Documents
RFP — W8474-240001 (Amendment 002)
4.2 MB · Mar 15, 2026
Statement of Work — Maintenance Support
1.8 MB · Jan 12, 2026
Security Requirements Checklist
320 KB · Jan 12, 2026
Evaluation Criteria Summary
540 KB · Jan 12, 2026
Industry Day Presentation Slides
6.1 MB · Feb 5, 2026
Deadline Alert
32 days
until proposal submission closes
Closes: April 15, 2026 at 14:00 EDT
ProcureINTEL Score
87
/ 100 — High Opportunity
Market Readiness92
Competition Level68
Value Attractiveness95
Timeline Feasibility74
Key Requirements
Facility Security Clearance — SECRET
Canadian Industrial Benefits (CIB) plan required
Indigenous Business subcontracting (5% min.)
Maintenance hubs: Cold Lake & Bagotville
ISO 9001:2015 certification required
ITAR compliance documentation