Contracts awarded for the Development of Enabling Space Technologies in –
In spring , following a series of request for proposals issued in –, the Space Technology Development Program (STDP) awarded five contracts totalling $3.3M for the development of enabling space technologies for future missions. The aim is to reduce technical uncertainties and support specific potential future space missions of interest to Canada. The list of contracts awarded, including organizations, contract values and project descriptions, is presented below.
| Organization | Contract value | Proposal |
|---|---|---|
| ABB Inc. Quebec City, Quebec |
$1,345,644 | Focal Plane Arrays for the Arctic Observing Mission (AOM) |
| ABB Inc. Quebec City, Quebec |
$799,999 | Rover or Lander-mounted Laser-based stand-off Instrument for Planetary Science |
| Calian Saskatoon, Saskatchewan |
$288,413 | Spectrum Interference Simulation |
| Myant Inc. Etobicoke, Ontario |
$450,000 | Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Solutions for Crew Health and Wellness on Deep-Space Missions |
| Canadensys Aerospace Corporation Bolton, Ontario |
$499,998 | Moisture Control and Water Management System for Small-Scale Plant Production Payload |
Contact
Should you have any questions regarding the STDP funding initiative, contact us at pdts-stdp@asc-csa.gc.ca.