CanadaBuys #45489-2A-7A-RFP

University of Ottawa Solicitation for Multi-Reactor Anaerobic Fermentation System with Dialysis Capability

This opportunity involves the procurement of a Multi-Reactor Anaerobic Fermentation System with Dialysis Capability for advanced microbiome research at the University of Ottawa. - Government Buyer: - University of Ottawa - Products/Services Requested: - Multi-Reactor Anaerobic Fermentation System with Dialysis Capability - At least five interconnected bioreactors (150–1000 mL) - Double-jacketed reactors with temperature regulation - Five pH probes for precise control - Anaerobic conditions maintained via nitrogen flushing - Magnetic stirring - Automated, programmable nutrient delivery and effluent removal - Integrated dialysis module - Computer-controlled operation with real-time monitoring - Windows 11 software compatibility - Services: - Delivery, installation, commissioning, and site acceptance testing - Preventative maintenance recommendations - Minimum one-year warranty - On-site training for three personnel - Starter kit with consumables for initial fermentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must simulate human gastrointestinal and colonic environments for controlled cultivation of complex gut microbial communities - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - All components must be compatible with Windows 11 - On-site training and a starter kit are mandatory - Place of Performance: - University of Ottawa, 550 Cumberland Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada

Description

The University of Ottawa is soliciting proposals for a Multi-Reactor Anaerobic Fermentation System with Dialysis Capability designed to simulate human gastrointestinal and colonic environments for microbiome research. The project includes supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and training for a system supporting long-term microbial fermentation with features such as interconnected bioreactors, temperature and pH control, anaerobic conditions, automated nutrient delivery, and integrated dialysis. The system must be computer-controlled with real-time monitoring and compatible with Windows 11 software. Additional services include site acceptance testing, maintenance recommendations, warranty, and on-site training for three personnel.

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