IDEaS — Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Concept Development
Highlights
This program is tailored for your business, offering significant financial support to develop innovative solutions for detecting and defeating Micro and Mini Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). You can receive up to $500,000 in funding over a period of 9 months. If your concept shows promise, there's potential for an additional $2 million in funding.
Key Benefits:
- Substantial Funding: Up to $2.5 million in total funding if your project progresses through all phases.
- Support for Innovation: Elevate your technology from early development to a demonstration-ready solution.
- Government Backing: Benefit from a program supported by the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces, ensuring credibility and potential future opportunities.
Why Apply?
- Competitive Edge: Develop cutting-edge CUAS technologies that can integrate into broader military systems.
- Ease of Qualification: The program is designed for businesses like yours, making it accessible and straightforward to apply.
- Long-term Growth: Successful projects can lead to continued development and potential commercial opportunities beyond the program.
Participating in this program not only provides financial support but also positions your business at the forefront of technological innovation in national defense.
Financing Details
Type of Financing:
- Grant: Funding of up to $500,000 available for innovative Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems (CUAS) concepts.
- Further Funding: Potential for additional funding of up to $2 million if concepts are successful and promising.
Repayment Term and Interest Rates:
- Initial Funding: Up to $500,000 for a period of up to 9 months.
- Further Funding: Up to $2,000,000 for an additional 15 months.
- Repayment: No specific details provided on repayment terms or interest rates.
Eligible Expenses:
- Developmental CUAS concepts for detecting and/or defeating Micro and Mini UAS.
Ineligible Expenses:
- No specific information provided on expenses that are not covered.
Fees:
- No mention of any fees associated with the program.
Qualifications
- Must be a legal entity duly incorporated and validly existing in Canada.
- Eligible entities include:
- Canadian universities and educational institutions chartered in Canada.
- Incorporated Canadian not-for-profit organizations or associations.
- Incorporated Canadian for-profit companies, organizations, or associations.
- Provincial/territorial, or municipal government organizations.
- Individuals.
- International applicants, provided they meet the requirement of being a legal entity duly incorporated and validly existing in Canada.
In no case can more than 50 per cent of eligible costs under the Contribution Agreement be incurred outside of Canada.
Disqualifications:
- Federal and provincial crown corporations.
Description
This program offers your business up to $2,500,000 in funding for developing innovative solutions to detect and defeat Micro and Mini Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). This funding is available for a period of up to 9 months. If your concept shows promise, you could receive an additional $2 million to further develop your solution.
What can you use the money for? You can use the funds to develop and test new technologies that can be integrated into military command and control systems. This could involve creating new detection methods, neutralization techniques, or other innovative solutions to counter UAS threats.
Why is this beneficial for your business? This program not only provides significant financial support but also offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Successfully developing a solution could lead to further opportunities and partnerships, elevating your business's profile and capabilities in the defense sector.
Program Steps
Read the Applicant Guide: Carefully read the Applicant Guide for Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems (CUAS) Concept Development to understand the requirements and process.
Download and Complete Forms: Download and complete the following forms:
- Concept Development Project Proposal Form
- Concept Development Solution Technical Description Form
- Concept Development Budget and Eligible Expenditures Form
- Concept Development Proposal Overview (one-pager)
Prepare Documentation: Gather necessary documentation to support your application. This includes:
- Detailed project proposal
- Technical description of the solution
- Budget and eligible expenditures
- Overview presentation
Create an epost Connect Account: Register for an epost Connect account with Canada Post Corporation (CPC). If you already have an account, proceed to the next step.
Request an epost Connect Conversation: Send an email to [email protected] at least five business days before the CFP closing date to request an epost Connect conversation. Specify the number of proposals you intend to submit.
Submit the Proposal: Upload your completed application package to the epost Connect conversation before the CFP closing date and time. Ensure all forms and documents are included.
Receive Confirmation: After submission, you will receive a confirmation message and a file number for future reference. Keep this information for any further communications.
Edit if Necessary: You can edit your proposal until the closing date of April 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT.
Keep epost Connect Conversation Open: Ensure the epost Connect conversation remains open for at least 30 business days after the CFP closing date.
Await Evaluation: The Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will evaluate your proposal. If selected, you will enter into a formal Contribution Agreement (CA) for Project Phase 1.
