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RF data fusion for command and control
Software for RF data fusion in defence operations
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
October 20, 2026
Opened September 10, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, municipal governments, provincial and territorial organizations, and industry.
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Overview
RF data fusion for command and control is an IDEaS Competitive Projects challenge for individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, municipal governments, provincial and territorial organizations, and industry, with up to $5M available to advance software-based defence solutions. It supports converting, analyzing, and fusing real-time RF data into secure, standardized pan-domain C2 messaging.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
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- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Software-based solutions such as standalone applications, plug-ins, middleware, or services.
- Solutions that convert, analyze, and fuse real-time, domain-specific, content-rich RF data into secure, standardized pan-domain Command and Control (C2) format.
- Solutions with documented interfaces for importing, exporting, and exchanging data using standards such as MTF-XML, NIEM, and NATO Core Data Framework (NCDF).
- Configurable and modular solutions designed for Character-Oriented Information Exchange (COIE) processing and future extensibility.
- Solutions with documented interfaces for integration in experimentation, simulation, and wargaming environments.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, municipal governments, provincial and territorial organizations, and industry.
Who is not eligible
- Federal and provincial crown corporations.
How to apply
- Consult the Solicitation Guide available on CanadaBuys.
Processing and Agreement
- Solutions will be assessed throughout the funding period and at the end of each component.
- Depending on the component, some solutions may be considered for further component funding or funding through other IDEaS program elements.
- IDEaS may showcase solutions that show merit to the larger defence and security community through the Marketplace event.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the RF data fusion for command and control Program
What is the RF data fusion for command and control?
RF data fusion for command and control is an IDEaS Competitive Projects challenge for individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, municipal governments, provincial and territorial organizations, and industry, with up to $5M available to advance software-based defence solutions. It supports converting, analyzing, and fusing real-time RF data into secure, standardized pan-domain C2 messaging.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is October 20, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the RF data fusion for command and control program?
To be eligible for the RF data fusion for command and control program, you must:
The call is open to individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, municipal governments, provincial and territorial organizations, and industry.
What expenses are eligible under RF data fusion for command and control?
Software-based solutions such as standalone applications, plug-ins, middleware, or services.
Solutions that convert, analyze, and fuse real-time, domain-specific, content-rich RF data into secure, standardized pan-domain Command and Control (C2) format.
Solutions with documented interfaces for importing, exporting, and exchanging data using standards such as MTF-XML, NIEM, and NATO Core Data Framework (NCDF).
Configurable and modular solutions designed for Character-Oriented Information Exchange (COIE) processing and future extensibility.
Solutions with documented interfaces for integration in experimentation, simulation, and wargaming environments.
Who can I contact for more information about the RF data fusion for command and control?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca.
Where is the RF data fusion for command and control available?
The RF data fusion for command and control program is available across Canada.
Is the RF data fusion for command and control a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RF data fusion for command and control is a Grant and Funding