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

Organization

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Closes

December 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Category

services

Notice type

Request for Proposal

Delivery

Canada

Estimated value

Not stated

Reference

EN578-24ISC4/98

Trade agreements

None

Closing time as published by the source; time zone assumed: America/Toronto.

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 | CanadaBuys 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 backhaul (i.e. over-the-horizon ranges) using High Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS). Challenge sponsor: National Research Council (NRC) Funding mechanism: Contract Opening date : October 20, 2026 Closing date : December 1, 2026, 14:00 Eastern time Problem statement The Government of Canada recognizes the critical role that advanced communication technologies play in supporting national defence, public safety, and the security of Canadians. Reliable and resilient connectivity in dangerous, remote, and sparsely populated regions is essential for effective defence operations, emergency response, and border monitoring. However, delivering such connectivity remains a significant challenge due to Canada’s vast geography, low population densities, and extreme environmental conditions. The Department of National Defence, Shared Services Canada and National Research Council of Canada are seeking the development of a solution that leverages High Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS) to provide ultra-long-range wireless backhaul (i.e., over-the-horizon ranges). This capability will enhance communications under harsh weather or challenging terrain in theatres of conflict, in remote areas, and isolated regions with little to no current connectivity. The ultimate goal is to improve secure, high-speed communications for Canadian defence, surveillance, and emergency operations while also potentially benefiting civilian emerg…

Source

CanadaBuys (Government of Canada) · Open Government Licence – Canada

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Last updated: October 23, 2026 at 2:15 p.m.

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