CanadaBuys #45955-2A-RFP

University of Ottawa Solicitation for Automated Liquid Handling Robot

The University of Ottawa is seeking to procure an Automated Liquid Handling Robot to enhance research on phage endolysins for combating multidrug-resistant bacteria. - Government Buyer: - University of Ottawa (Canadian academic institution) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Automated Liquid Handling Robot with: - 8 independent pipetting channels (disposable tips) - Pipetting range: 1-1000 µL per channel - Deck hardware compatible with SBS plates, Matrix Tubes, and flip top tubes - Plate gripper and lid removal/replacement capability - Minimum 15 SBS deck locations - Continuous 48-hour operation - User programmability and external executable integration - Automatic method copying - Tabletop or table-included model - Three shaking incubators (up to 50°C) - HEPA filtration - Piercing sealing membranes - Accommodation for at least 15 plates - Automatic tip disposal for 600 tips - All necessary accessories - Laptop with Windows OS and peripherals - Delivery, installation, calibration, testing, and training for 4 users - Perpetual software license - CSA certification or equivalent - Minimum one-year warranty on parts and labor - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must include all accessories for full operation - Perpetual software license required - CSA certification or equivalent mandatory - Training for four users - Minimum one-year warranty on all parts and labor - Governed by the CFTA trade agreement - Place of Performance: - University of Ottawa, 550 Cumberland Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada

Description

The University of Ottawa is seeking proposals for an Automated Liquid Handling Robot to support research on phage endolysins against multidrug-resistant bacteria. The robot must have 8 independent pipetting channels, support various labware, and operate continuously for 48 hours with high precision. Additional requirements include delivery, installation, training, perpetual software license, and certification. The contract is expected to start on July 31, 2026, under the CFTA trade agreement.

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