CanadaBuys #AB-2026-04357

University of Calgary intends to procure NIRSport 2 portable brain imaging system from NIRx Medical Technologies

The University of Calgary is seeking to procure a portable brain imaging system for advanced research applications. - Government buyer: University of Calgary, Alberta - OEM highlighted: NIRx Medical Technologies, LLC - Vendors mentioned: NIRx Medical Technologies, LLC - Products requested: - NIRSport 2 16-16 Core System Unit with functional bundles - Portable, backpack-based functional near-infrared brain imaging system - Designed for human brain mapping during movement (e.g., walking) - Includes transmission and detection electronics with specialized connectors - Services requested: - Online installation and training for functional near-infrared acquisition - Unique requirements: - System must be compatible with previously acquired NIRx scout systems - Ensures data consistency and reduces training needs for concussion and mild traumatic brain injury research - Only NIRx systems are considered capable of meeting the research requirements - No specific part numbers or purchase quantities provided in the notice - Opportunity is an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) indicating intent to award to NIRx Medical Technologies, LLC

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 diffuse reflectance (fNIRD) 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 ongoing research in Kinesiology related to concussion and mild traumatic brain injury, maintaining compatibility with previously acquired systems to ensure data consistency and reduce training needs. The NIRx system is understood to be uniquely capable of meeting the research requirements.

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