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Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear
Inclusive headwear solution for industrial safety
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
August 21, 2024
Opened July 10, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
This challenge supports the development of inclusive industrial protective headwear for workers who wear religious, cultural, medical, or gender identity head coverings. Phase 1 contracts can receive up to CAD 300,000 for proof-of-feasibility design, development, and testing against CSA Z94.1 requirements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Phase 1 proof of feasibility for inclusive industrial protective headwear.
- Design and development of headwear that accommodates religious, cultural, medical, or gender identity coverings.
- Testing and validation against CSA Z94.1 requirements or the related technical specification.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit small businesses incorporated in Canada.
Who is not eligible
- Non-profit organizations.
- Businesses not incorporated in Canada.
- Companies with more than 499 full-time equivalent employees.
- Businesses that do not carry out R&D activities in Canada.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applicable taxes.
- Shipping costs.
- Travel expenses.
- Living expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Scope and essential outcomes, TRL 1-4, and innovation fit are mandatory pass/fail criteria.
- State-of-the-art advancement is scored at 0, 5, 12, or 20 points.
- Additional outcomes are scored at 0, 3, 6, or 10 points; S&T risks and project risks at 0, 5, or 10 points.
- Phase 1 project plan, implementation team, inclusivity, financial controls, and Phase 2 overview are also scored.
- A minimum score of 65 out of 130 is required for Phase 1.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the challenge notice and official solicitation documents
- Read the challenge details and evaluation criteria carefully.
- Check the CanadaBuys notice for the official solicitation information.
- Step 2: Prepare the Challenge Stream submission
- Complete the submission form with the required technical and project information.
- Prepare your responses to the mandatory and point-rated questions.
- Step 3: Submit the application online
- Log in to the submission portal to access your submissions.
- Upload and submit the completed application before the closing date.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against mandatory criteria first.
- Proposals must pass the mandatory criteria to remain under consideration.
- Point-rated criteria are then assessed for Phase 1 responsiveness.
- Final decisions depend on evaluation results, departmental priorities, and available funds.
- Partial awards and scope changes may be negotiated.
Additional information
- No travel is anticipated during Phase 1; meetings will be held by phone or video conference.
- Selected companies may receive one contract per phase per challenge.
- Only businesses that successfully complete Phase 1 may be considered for Phase 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear Program
What is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear?
This challenge supports the development of inclusive industrial protective headwear for workers who wear religious, cultural, medical, or gender identity head coverings. Phase 1 contracts can receive up to CAD 300,000 for proof-of-feasibility design, development, and testing against CSA Z94.1 requirements.
How much funding can be received?
Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was August 21, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear program?
To be eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear program, you must:
For-profit small business
Incorporated in Canada
R&D in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear?
Phase 1 proof of feasibility for inclusive industrial protective headwear.
Design and development of headwear that accommodates religious, cultural, medical, or gender identity coverings.
Testing and validation against CSA Z94.1 requirements or the related technical specification.
Who can I contact for more information about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at TPSGC.SIC-ISC.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.
Where is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear available?
The Innovative Solutions Canada - Inclusive industrial protective headwear program is available across Canada.