Opportunity
CanadaBuys #25-58260
Award for Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) Camera to Axiom Optics Inc.
Posted
March 12, 2026
Respond By
January 29, 2026
Identifier
25-58260
NAICS
334413
This award notice details the procurement of a specialized imaging device for advanced research by the National Research Council of Canada (NRC). - Government Buyer: - National Research Council of Canada (NRC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Axiom Optics Inc (OEM and vendor) - Products Requested: - Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) Camera - Quantity: 1 - Technical requirements: - Minimum 320 pixels in a linear arrangement - Operates in visible spectrum (400nm to 900nm) - Peak photon detection probability of 50% or better - Multiple operating modes: time-gating, time-tagging - Timing resolution of 20ps or less - Gate width of 5ns or less - Dead time of 10ns or less - Median dark count rate below 250cps - External triggering capability - USB3 connectivity - Windows compatibility - C/CS-mount - Integration with LabVIEW, Matlab, Python, and C++ - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Camera must support advanced 3D imaging in extreme lighting conditions, including very low-light and high dynamic range scenes - Axiom Optics Inc is identified as the only manufacturer capable of meeting these specifications - Procurement falls under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - Contract Value: - USD 38,550.00
Description
The Department of National Research Council of Canada requires the supply of one Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) camera to support advanced research in 3D imaging under extreme lighting conditions, including very low-light environments and scenes with high dynamic range illumination. The camera must meet specific technical requirements such as operating in the visible spectrum, having a peak photon detection probability of 50% or better, and compatibility with various software integrations. The procurement is subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and is awarded to a pre-identified supplier due to the unique technical specifications. Delivery is scheduled on or before March 31, 2026, with a contract duration of 12 months.