CanadaBuys #260247

Red Deer Polytechnic Solicits Advanced Battery Testing Chamber

Red Deer Polytechnic is seeking to procure a new Battery Testing Chamber for advanced battery research and testing applications. - Government Buyer: - Red Deer Polytechnic (Alberta, Canada) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Battery Testing Chamber - Minimum usable volume: 35 cubic feet - Temperature range: −70°C to +180°C - Humidity control: 10% to 95% RH - Compatible with lithium ion and lead acid battery chemistries - Minimum live load capacity: 3.5 kW at −40°C - Heat-up rate: at least 9°C per minute - Cool-down rate: at least 6°C per minute - Certification: Must be certified for use in Canada with a permanent certification mark - Features: External purified water supply tank and drainage, pump with alarm, three cable ports (two 2-inch, one 4-inch), at least one shelf rated for 100 lbs, solid-state humidity sensor - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict technical specifications for temperature, humidity, and safety - Certification for Canadian use is mandatory - Grant-funded procurement with a fixed delivery deadline - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Competitive open bidding process

Description

This solicitation invites offers for the provision of one new Battery Testing Chamber to be delivered by December 18, 2026. The chamber must meet specific technical performance requirements including a minimum usable volume of 35 cubic feet, temperature range from −70°C to +180°C, humidity control, and compatibility with lithium ion and lead acid battery chemistries. The system must be certified for use in Canada and include features such as cable ports, a pump with alarm capability, and a solid-state humidity sensor. The procurement is based on grant funding with a fixed expiry date and is conducted through competitive open bidding.

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