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Materiel Acquisition and SupportThe Department of National Defence must make the decisions required to ensure that the Canadian Forces can continue to field a relevant and affordable multipurpose combat-capable force. The Materiel Acquisition and Support (MA&S) service enables the efficient and effective use of military equipment as a contribution towards maximizing Canada's defence capabilities. This service area supports the life-cycle management of the military equipment that is used within the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces (DND/CF). Sub-components of the MA&S service include:>
As new technology emerges or an operational deficiency is identified, research and development, engineering, and acquisition services are used to evaluate, define, develop and deliver new equipment. In-service support is the next step in the equipment life cycle, which includes preventative maintenance, repair, overhaul, and upgrades. Eventually the equipment is de-commissioned and disposed of according to legal rules and guidelines. Materiel Acquisition & Support has the potential to connect with thousands of businesses that provide materiel support services to the DND/CF. The use of on-line technology in support of service delivery is significantly enhancing the management of MA&S services. The DND/CF have a close working relationship with Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). This partnership is critical to achieving the timely procurement of goods and services from Canadian business and industry. Contracts for Materiel Acquisition and Support services are awarded by PWGSC through the competitive bidding process. Through the normal procurement process, business and industry are able to review potential opportunities on-line. More information on the bidding process can be obtained from the Government of Canada web site at http://contractscanada.gc.ca/en/biddin-e.htm.
Research and Development (R&D) Service
Defence Research and Development Canada was an early adopter of the Internet. DRDC is now looking for new and innovative ways to leverage its annual appropriations through collaborative efforts integrating expertise from DRDC's Defence Research Establishments with external knowledge to deliver maximum benefits and provide superior R&D. The Internet, used for co-ordinating R&D work between DRDC and universities, businesses and other defence R&D organizations, is a key enabler for undertaking collaborative R&D. For more information on Defence Research and Development Canada, visit their web site at http://www.drdc-rddc.dnd.ca.
Materiel Acquisition Service
Materiel Support Service
Canadian companies are given the opportunity to provide professional support to the DND/CF for the repair, overhaul and upgrade of equipment already in use. Large prime contractors typically engage sub-contractors on specific work, offering the opportunity for small business to participate in providing materiel support services to the Canadian Forces.
Materiel Disposal Service
Technical Data Management ServiceImproved effectiveness of equipment is made possible through Technical Data Management by reducing the cycle time required to plan and implement technical changes. Technical data management involves the cataloguing, registration, reproduction, publication, distribution and security of engineering specifications and drawings. Some components of the Technical Data Management service are being done on-line by Canadian business on behalf of the Department. Utilizing the full functionality of an on-line environment will notably enhance the efficiency of this service by allowing electronic data exchange between business and the DND/CF. Future developments in this service area will see technical data exchange included as a component of electronic contracting.
For more information contact the National Defence On-Line Program Manager
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Last updated: 2006-01-08 | ![]() |
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