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Confocal Imaging Reader Procurement for Organoid Research at Western University

Western University is seeking proposals for a confocal imaging reader to advance organoid research at its Organoid Phenotyping Core Facility. - Government Buyer: - University of Western Ontario (Western), Procurement Services - Organoid Phenotyping Core Facility, Medical Sciences Building, London, Ontario - Products/Services Requested: - Confocal imaging reader capable of imaging 3D organoid models (mouse and human, various tissues) - Must resolve organoid thicknesses exceeding 100µm - Must capture brightfield/phase-contrast, fluorescence, absorbance, and luminescence signals - Supports functional assays and cellular dynamics studies - Installation and integration of the imaging system - Quantities and Part Numbers: - One confocal imaging reader (exact quantity not specified) - No specific part numbers or OEMs provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must support long-term measurements (days to weeks) - Multiple imaging modalities required - Open to all suppliers under Canadian and international trade agreements (CFTA, CETA) - Estimated budget: CAD $564,000 plus HST - Place of Performance: - Organoid Phenotyping Core Facility, Medical Sciences Building, Western University, London, Ontario

Description

The University of Western Ontario is soliciting proposals for the supply and installation of a confocal imaging reader. This imaging system will be used to image 3D cell models called organoids, including mouse and human models, resolving thicker organoids exceeding 100µm and capturing various signals such as fluorescence and luminescence. The equipment will be housed in the Organoid Phenotyping Core Facility at Western University. The estimated budget for this procurement is CAD $564,000 plus HST, with delivery expected in Fall 2026.

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