49North Secures US$43M IDIQ Contract Renewal for Global Procedure Designer
MDA•The U.S. Air Force renewed its IDIQ contract with 49North for Global Procedure Designer, with a ceiling of US$43M through June 2031 and US$4.7M in Fiscal 2026 funding. Work in Richmond, BC, includes operations support, help desk and software sustainment as GPD’s design and validation features bolster military aviation safety.
1. Contract Renewal and Financial Terms
The U.S. Air Force awarded 49North an IDIQ contract renewal with a ceiling value of US$43 million spanning a base year plus four option years through June 2031. The agreement includes an initial Fiscal 2026 funding obligation of approximately US$4.7 million, reinforcing a relationship that extends over 25 years.
2. Contract Scope and Execution
Under the renewed IDIQ agreement, 49North will provide Global Procedure Designer services including operations support, help desk services and software sustainment. All work will be performed in Richmond, British Columbia, ensuring continuous platform updates and alignment with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
3. GPD Platform Overview and Strategic Impact
Global Procedure Designer automates IFR procedure design and validation against ICAO, FAA and NATO criteria, having designed tens of thousands of procedures over two decades. This renewal secures uninterrupted support for global military aviation operations, strengthening 49North’s long-term revenue visibility and mission-critical capabilities.
