Alberta Purchasing #RFP 2026-0086

University of Alberta Solicits Mass Spectrometers and Support Services for Research Facility

The University of Alberta is seeking proposals for advanced laboratory instrumentation to support geochemical and geobiological research at its Integrated Geobiology Research Facility (IGRF): - Government buyer: University of Alberta, Faculty of Science, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department - Products requested: - One Triple Quadrupole Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (QQQ-ICPMS) system - One Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) system - One Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) system - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified manufacturers - Requirements include: - Delivery and installation of all equipment in Alberta, Canada - Software integration and system testing - Comprehensive on-site training for staff - Ongoing post-installation service and support - Equipment must meet high sensitivity and advanced mass filtering standards for research applications - Place of performance: University of Alberta, Integrated Geobiology Research Facility, Edmonton, Alberta

Description

The University of Alberta's Faculty of Science, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department is soliciting proposals to supply, install, and provide ongoing support for three high performing mass spectrometers: a Triple Quadrupole Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (QQQ-ICPMS) system, an Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) system, and a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) system. These instruments will be used at the Integrated Geobiology Research Facility for advanced geochemical and geobiological investigations requiring high sensitivity and resolution. The successful proponent will be responsible for delivery, installation, software integration, testing, comprehensive on-site training, and post-installation service and support. The procurement is open-competitive and intended for delivery within Alberta, Canada, with a project timeline from August 1 to August 31, 2026.

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