Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #NOA 2025-0071
University of Alberta Awards Leica Microscope Instrument Upgrade Contract
Posted
April 16, 2025
Identifier
NOA 2025-0071
NAICS
423490
This award notice details the University of Alberta's direct contract with Leica Microsystems Canada for a specialized upgrade to a Leica-manufactured microscope instrument. - Government Buyer: - University of Alberta (Canada) - OEM and Vendor: - Leica Microsystems Canada (Original Equipment Manufacturer and vendor) - Products/Services Requested: - Upgrade of a Leica microscope instrument - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - The upgrade pertains to laboratory and measuring equipment, specifically scanning probe microscopes - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The upgrade can only be provided by the OEM, Leica Microsystems, due to the proprietary nature of the instrument - Direct award to the OEM, not a competitive procurement - Contract Value: - Approximately $334,798.14 (CAD) - Place of Performance: - University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Description
The University of Alberta has awarded a contract for the upgrade of a microscope instrument manufactured by Leica Microsystems. This upgrade is a direct award to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) due to the specific nature of the upgrade. The contract was awarded to Leica Microsystems Canada for approximately $334,798.14. The procurement relates to laboratory and measuring equipment, specifically scanning probe microscopes.