AECOM tops Defence Construction Canada’s $270-million source list

Key Takeaways:

• AECOM has achieved the top ranking on a new $270 million Defence Construction Canada source list, the largest infrastructure services list in the crown corporation’s history.
• The five-year arrangement tasks the firm with delivering multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and long-term asset planning for the Department of National Defence.
• National project scopes will include high-security offices, training facilities, and aircraft hangars engineered with advanced emissions tracking and energy modelling.

The Whole Story:

AECOM announced that it has been awarded the top ranking on Defence Construction Canada’s (DCC) National Architecture and Engineering Source List. The multi-year procurement program holds a total potential value of up to $270 million and represents the largest source list ever issued by DCC in total maximum estimated value. In its top-ranked capacity, the firm will serve as the primary partner to support the Department of National Defence (DND) in delivering complex or fast-tracked vertical defense infrastructure across Canada.

The contract consists of a three-year base agreement, with options for two additional one-year extensions. Under the program, the global infrastructure firm will provide multidisciplinary planning, design, and construction-phase services. The scope of work covers a wide array of military facilities, including aircraft hangars, vehicle maintenance bays, high-security office complexes, training facilities, accommodations, and mess halls. Additionally, the company will provide strategic portfolio management and asset recapitalization planning for Canada’s defense properties.

The selection process evaluates technical merit, cost efficiency, and specialized defense experience. To meet federal climate and operational mandates, the project delivery teams will integrate advanced energy modelling, greenhouse gas analysis, and sustainable design practices into the new and retrofitted facilities. The company’s nationwide service capabilities in both official languages will support the execution of projects across multiple Canadian bases and defense wings.

“Our top national ranking on the Source List reflects AECOM’s 15-year legacy of delivering quality, mission-aligned solutions for Defence Construction Canada and the Department of National Defence,” said Bane Gaiser, chief executive of AECOM’s global Buildings + Places business. Richard Barrett, chief executive of AECOM’s Canada region, added that local teams will focus on delivering resilient infrastructure that meets rigorous security and technical standards to support long-term operational readiness.