High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS) for Ultra-Long-Range (ULR) Wireless Backhaul

Scope Summary

AMENDMENT 001 - An attachment has been added. The document contains questions and answers related to the Challenge. This Challenge Notice is issued under the Innovative Solutions Canada Program (ISC) Call for Proposals 004 (EN578-24ISC4). For general ISC information, Offerors can visit the ISC website at: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/innovative-solutions-canada/en Please refer to the Solicitation Documents Innovative Solutions Canada Program Call for Proposals – 004 - Tender Notice | Canada Buys https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-331-17030872 which contains the process for submitting a proposal. Steps to apply: Step 1: Read this challenge. Step 2: Read the Call for Proposals : https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities/tender-notice/cb-331-17030872 Step 3: Propose your solution here : https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/innovative-solutions-canada/en/high-altitude-platform-system-ultra-long-range-wireless-backhaul The Department of National Defence (DND), Shared Services Canada (SSC) and National Research Council of Canada (NRC) are seeking the development of a solution that will extend the reach of ultra-long-range wireless backh

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)" (Canada).
  Suggested Evidence: SAP Ariba Supplier ID / Procurement Business Number (PBN)
• 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
  Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2026-12-01.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Delivery Methodology & References Mandatory
  Provide a clear work plan, deliverable schedule, named key personnel, and 2–3 relevant client references.
  Suggested Evidence: Methodology Narrative, CVs & Case Studies
• 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
  Structure transparent itemized fixed or T&M rate pricing aligned with notice deliverables (ceiling not disclosed in notice).
  Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions