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University of Guelph Solicits Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System for Food Research

The University of Guelph is seeking proposals for a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System (GC-MS) to advance research in the ComputFood Lab. - Government Buyer: - University of Guelph, Purchasing Services office, Guelph, Ontario - Products/Services Requested: - Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System (GC-MS) - Must be fully integrated for: - Liquid injection - Static headspace - HS-SPME (Headspace Solid Phase Microextraction) - Optimized for complex food matrices - Used to identify and measure volatile compounds and contaminants in food samples - Supports research in food processing, preservation, quality, nutrition, safety, and sustainability - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - System must be suitable for advanced food research applications - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the university's purchasing portal - Subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement

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The University of Guelph is soliciting proposals for a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System (GC-MS) to support research in the ComputFood Lab focused on food processing, preservation, and quality. The system should be fully integrated for liquid injection, static headspace, and HS-SPME, optimized for complex food matrices to identify and measure volatile compounds and contaminants. This procurement aims to enhance research on food quality, detect off-flavour compounds, reduce food waste, and improve food processing methods. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the university's purchasing portal by May 11, 2026.

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