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NRC Solicits Three Automated Single-Use Tangential Flow Filtration Systems for Montreal Facility

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for the supply, delivery, installation, and training of three fully automated, single-use, bench-top Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) systems for its Human Health Therapeutics portfolio in Montreal. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC), Human Health Therapeutics portfolio - Contracting Authority: Veronica Exari - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to all qualified manufacturers of TFF systems - Products/Services Requested: - Three bench-top, fully automated TFF systems, each at a different scale, compatible with single-use flow paths - System 1: Diaphragm pump (up to 18 L/min), flat membrane, auxiliary pumps, balances, stainless steel cartridge supports, sensors (pressure, conductivity, UV), software with data logging and alarms, splash resistant, 0-40°C operation - System 2: Peristaltic pump (0.2-20 L/min), supports hollow fiber and cartridge filters, auxiliary pumps, balances, sensors, software, BSL2 compliant, splash resistant - System 3: Peristaltic pump (2-2000 mL/min), fits biosafety cabinet (1200x780x630 mm), auxiliary pump, sensors, software, splash resistant - All systems must include manuals and a one-year warranty on parts and labor - Installation, integration, and configuration of all systems at NRC Montreal - On-site operator training in English or French within 30 days of installation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All systems must be fully automated and compatible with single-use flow paths - Compliance with 21 CFR part 11 (software/data integrity) - BSL2 compliance for at least one system - One system must fit within a specified biosafety cabinet - Delivery, installation, and training must be completed within strict timelines (12 weeks for delivery, 30 days for installation and training) - Environmental packaging preferences and possible participation in climate initiatives - Selection based on lowest evaluated price - Subject to international trade agreements - Place of Performance/Delivery: - NRC Therapeutic Research Centre, 6100 Royalmount Avenue, Montreal, QC, Canada

Description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) intends to purchase three different scale, fully automated, single-use flow path compatible bench-top Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) systems to expand their capacity for purification processes development. The systems will be used for rapid purification process development for recombinant proteins, viruses, virus-like particles, and tech transfer to Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs). All deliverables must be received within 12 weeks after the contract award date. The procurement is conducted through a competitive open bidding process with selection based on the lowest price.

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