Opportunity
Merx #2026-ACAN-00498 CH
University of Waterloo Single Source Procurement of Bruker UMT Tribolab System
Posted
April 29, 2026
Respond By
May 14, 2026
Identifier
2026-ACAN-00498 CH
NAICS
423490
This opportunity involves the University of Waterloo's intent to procure a specialized scientific instrument for research purposes: - Government buyer: - University of Waterloo (Canadian academic institution) - OEMs and vendors: - Bruker (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Systems for Research (SFR) Corporation (exclusive Canadian distributor) - Products/services requested: - Bruker UMT Tribolab System - Multifunctional bio-tribometer system - Quantity: 1 unit - Estimated budget: CAD 290,000 (excluding taxes/HST) - Unique or notable requirements: - Single source procurement via exclusive distributor (SFR) - Delivery required in Ontario, Canada - One-time purchase; not a recurring contract - Electronic submission of responses required - Place of performance/delivery: - Ontario, Canada (Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie region) - University of Waterloo
Description
The University of Waterloo intends to award a single source contract to Systems for Research (SFR) Corporation for the purchase of a Bruker UMT Tribolab System. SFR is the exclusive Canadian distributor of this system. The procurement is for a scientific instrument with an approximate budget of CAD 290,000, excluding taxes/HST. The required delivery date is June 30, 2026, and the bid response is to be submitted electronically.