Advance Procurement Notice (APN) - BASE PROGRAM 19 WING, CFB COMOX, BC

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Dates

PublishedApr 2, 2026Bid deadlineMar 31, 2027 · 17:00 (EST time)

Official description

Advance Procurement Notice Base Program 19 Wing, CFB Comox, Lazo, BC (with and without security requirements) Purpose of this Advance Procurement Notice This is not a bid solicitation nor a request for proposals. In the context of the major investments announced by the Government and to foster a proactive partnership with industry, DCC is issuing this Advance Procurement Notice (APN) to inform contractors/consultants of upcoming contract opportunities at 19 Wing, CFB Comox (including CFS Holberg, HMCS Quadra, and Seal Bay Armoury), for Real Property Operations Group (RP OPS) and Canadian Forces Housing Agency (CFHA) base program. The purpose of this APN is to allow contractors and consultants to assess their capacity and interest in participating, and to prepare adequately for potential solicitation processes, notably by initiating any necessary steps. This is a preliminary notice regarding potential contracts, which may or may not include security requirements. The purpose of this APN is to allow interested contractors and consultants to initiate, if required, the sponsorship process to obtain the necessary clearances or security clearances (if applicable). Please note that certain projects may be reserved for Indigenous businesses in accordance with the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB). Please note that there is no guarantee that these solicitations will proceed or that security clearances will be granted within the anticipated timelines or at all as part of the sponsorship process. Description of 19 Wing Comox 19 Wing, CFB Comox is a major operational wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force located on the east coast of Vancouver Island near the City of Courtenay, British Columbia. The Wing plays a critical role in supporting Canada’s domestic and international air operations, particularly on the West Coast and across the Pacific region. The primary mission of 19 Wing Comox is to generate and sustain mission-ready air capabilities in support of maritime surveillance and patrol, search and rescue, air mobility, and international operations, including commitments to allied and coalition missions. The Wing is a key contributor to the defence and security of Canada’s maritime approaches and sovereign territory. Several major flying units are based at 19 Wing, including squadrons responsible for long-range patrol, tactical aviation, and search and rescue, supported by a broad range of maintenance, training, logistics, engineering, air traffic control, and mission support units, as well as lodger organizations. CFB Comox employs approximately 1,400 Regular Force members, supplemented by a significant civilian workforce. The base includes extensive airfield infrastructure, hangars, training facilities, health services, accommodations, and community support services. Ongoing infrastructure investments and modernization initiatives are aimed at sustaining current fleets and supporting the introduction o

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