Opportunity

CanadaBuys #46543-2A-RFP

University of Ottawa Solicits Miniature Molecular Beam Epitaxy (Mini MBE) System for Research

Posted

April 10, 2026

Respond By

May 04, 2026

Identifier

46543-2A-RFP

NAICS

334516

This opportunity involves the University of Ottawa's procurement of a Miniature Molecular Beam Epitaxy (Mini MBE) system for advanced research applications. - Government Buyer: - University of Ottawa (funded by Canada Foundation for Innovation and Ontario Research Fund) - Products/Services Requested: - Miniature Molecular Beam Epitaxy (Mini MBE) system for laboratory-scale chalcogenide thin film sample growth - Load lock chamber with magazine storage for at least 10 FLAG sample plates - Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) deposition chamber (minimum 200 mm inner diameter) - Substrate manipulator capable of continuous operation at 1,200°C - Effusion cells and e-beam evaporators - UHV pumps - Computer with MBE control software - On-site installation, commissioning, and training - Minimum one-year warranty - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All electrical components must be CSA certified or modifiable for certification without voiding warranty - System must meet detailed technical specifications for high-performance research - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Place of Performance: - University of Ottawa, 550 Cumberland Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada

Description

The University of Ottawa is soliciting proposals for the supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and training of a Miniature Molecular Beam Epitaxy (Mini MBE) system. This equipment will be used for testing growth of laboratory scale chalcogenide thin film samples to develop magnetic topological materials for high-performance memory and logic applications. The system must meet detailed technical specifications including ultra-high vacuum conditions, specific chamber dimensions, and control software. The contract includes on-site installation, training, and a minimum one-year warranty.

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