Opportunity
Quebec SEAO #2026-04-APPRO-3711
Procurement of Photobioreactor Systems for Research Facility at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Posted
May 01, 2026
Respond By
May 21, 2026
Identifier
2026-04-APPRO-3711
NAICS
333249
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières is seeking photobioreactor equipment for its new Pavillon Pellerin-Marmen research facility: - Government Buyer: - Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) - Research facility focused on food, sustainability, environment, and energy efficiency - Products/Services Requested: - Lot 1: One (1) 1250-liter photobioreactor for pre-industrial scale microalgae production - Features: Single vertical tank, internal agitation or aeration system - Lot 2: Four (4) laboratory-scale photobioreactor systems (2–5 liters each; one firm, three optional) - Requirements: Countertop installation (max depth 762 mm), compatible with standard 120V power - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Lab-scale units must fit on standard laboratory countertops and operate on 120V supply - Delivery required to Trois-Rivières, Québec, between June and August - Estimated contract value is CAD 300,000
Description
This solicitation is for the acquisition of photobioreactor equipment for the new Pavillon Pellerin-Marmen, a research facility focused on food, sustainability, environment, and energy efficiency. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for one 1250-liter photobioreactor for pre-industrial scale microalgae production, and Lot 2 for four laboratory-scale photobioreactor systems with volumes between 2 and 5 liters. The equipment must be delivered between June 22 and August 14, 2026, to 300 rue Saint-Georges, Trois-Rivières, Québec. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the SEAO system by May 21, 2026.