Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-02471
University of Calgary Sole Source Procurement: Olink Reveal Reagent Kits for Proteomics System
March 24, 2026
March 31, 2026
AB-2026-02471
325414, 423490
This procurement opportunity involves the University of Calgary's intent to acquire specialized reagents for advanced proteomics research: - Government Buyer: - University of Calgary (Canada) - OEM Highlight: - Olink Proteomics is the exclusive manufacturer and supplier of the requested reagents - Products/Services Requested: - Fourteen (14) Olink Reveal Reagent Kits - Proprietary kits designed for the Olink Reveal proteomics analysis system - No compatible alternatives or distributors; must be sourced directly from Olink Proteomics - Unique Requirements: - Reagents are essential for maintaining system functionality, data integrity, and research continuity - Procurement is an advance contract award notice (ACAN), indicating intent to award without competition due to sole-source justification - Falls under UNSPSC codes 41116000 (Clinical and diagnostic analyzer reagents) and 41116006 (DNA sequence analyzer reagents) - Delivery Location: - University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description
The University of Calgary intends to purchase fourteen Olink Reveal Reagent kits to support an existing Olink Reveal proteomics analysis system. These reagents are proprietary and exclusively manufactured by Olink Proteomics, with no compatible alternatives available. The procurement ensures proper system functionality, data integrity, and continuity of research activities. The contract is an advance contract award notice for sourcing these specialized reagents directly from the manufacturer.