Summary
Public Works and Government Services Canada, on behalf of the Department of National Defence, is issuing a Request for Proposals for the Space Based Optical (SBO) Capability under the Surveillance of Space 2 (SofS2) Project. The objective is to complete the System Definition Phase, during which bidders will develop the conceptual design, system requirements, Concept of Operations, and operations requirements based on the SBO Mission Requirements Document. Up to three contracts will be awarded, each with a maximum value of $2.5 million (total potential $7.5 million), and bidding is open only to Canadian suppliers via the SAP Business Network, with a closing date of September 14, 2026.