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Title:

The Defence Agile Procurement Insights and Analysis project

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$49,780.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 7, 2024 - Jun 7, 2025

Description:

The Defence Agile Procurement Insights and Analysis project will study agile procurement methodologies for DND/CAF, focusing on AI, Quantum computing, and autonomous systems. The study will involve interviews, a symposium, and a public report, aiming to improve procurement processes and provide opportunities for Black- and Indigenous-owned companies.

Organization:

National Defence

Expected Results:

The expected results from Targeted Engagement Grants (TEGs) include fostering informed public debate on security and defense issues and enhancing the Department of National Defence’s ability to anticipate and respond to emerging security challenges. These grants aim to support research, conferences, and publications that contribute to a deeper understanding of defense and security matters among stakeholders and the general public.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1S 5B6

Reference Number:

018-2024-2025-Q1-TR103

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Carleton University

Program:

Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS)

Program Purpose:

Targeted Engagement Grants (TEGs) respond to defence policy challenges with the goal of informing current and future defence policy-thinking. TEGs provide non-recurring financial support to fund activities such as conferences, workshops, roundtables, and research and publications that are relevant to DND/CAF and align with defence policy challenges.