Opportunity
CanadaBuys #46946-2a-RFP
University of Ottawa Solicits Laser Flash Thermal Diffusivity Measurement System for Advanced Materials Research
Posted
May 28, 2026
Respond By
June 23, 2026
Identifier
46946-2a-RFP
NAICS
334516, 423490
The University of Ottawa, acting under the Government of Canada, is seeking proposals for a laser flash thermal diffusivity measurement system to support advanced materials research for gas turbine thermal barrier coatings. - Government Buyer: - University of Ottawa (Government of Canada) - Products/Services Requested: - Laser flash thermal diffusivity measurement system - Includes delivery, installation, and on-site training for all equipment features - Purpose and Requirements: - System will be used for R&D on new materials for gas turbine thermal barrier coatings, aiming to exceed the performance of current yttria-stabilized zirconia - On-site training for all equipment features is mandatory - Procurement Details: - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified - Open, competitive bidding under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - Notable Requirements: - Delivery, installation, and comprehensive on-site training must be included in the proposal - Place of Performance: - University of Ottawa, 550 Cumberland Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
Description
This solicitation is for the procurement of a laser flash thermal diffusivity measurement system to support the development of new materials for gas turbine thermal barrier coatings that outperform current yttria-stabilized zirconia. The equipment will be used to measure the thermal diffusivity of developed materials. The contract includes delivery, installation, and on-site training for all equipment features. The estimated contract period is zero months with a proposed start date of September 30, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement.