Alberta Purchasing #2026RSS0056

University of Calgary Procurement of NIRx NIRSport 2 Brain Imaging System and Training

This opportunity involves the University of Calgary's planned purchase of a specialized brain imaging system for research purposes. - Government Buyer: - University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta - OEM Highlight: - NIRx Medical Technologies, LLC is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - NIRSport 2 16-16 Core System Unit with functional bundles - Portable, backpack-based functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) system for human brain mapping during movement activities - Required for research on concussion and mild traumatic brain injury in adolescents - Must be compatible with previously acquired NIRx scout systems - Online installation and training for fNIRS acquisition - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Direct award due to unique compatibility and research requirements - Only the NIRx system is considered capable of meeting the technical and compatibility needs - Includes both hardware and associated installation/training services

Description

The University of Calgary intends to purchase the NIRSport 2 16-16 Core System Unit with functional bundles and online installation and training for functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) acquisition from NIRx Medical Technologies, LLC. This portable, backpack-based system is designed for human brain mapping during activities involving movement, such as walking. The purchase supports research related to concussion and mild traumatic brain injury in adolescents, maintaining compatibility with previously acquired NIRx scout systems to ensure data consistency and reduce training needs.

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