Alberta Purchasing #ACAN 2026-0102

Procurement of LaVision FASTCAM Nova High-Speed Cameras and System Upgrades

The University of Alberta is seeking to directly procure specialized high-speed imaging equipment for advanced scientific research applications. - Government Buyer: - University of Alberta - OEMs Highlighted: - LaVision Inc. (manufacturer of proprietary imaging systems and software) - FASTCAM Nova (high-speed camera product line) - Products/Services Requested: - Two FASTCAM Nova high-speed scientific cameras - Must have 1024x1024 pixel sensor dimensions for compatibility - To be integrated with two existing FASTCAM Nova S9 900K-M5 cameras - Frame grabber compatible with LaVision systems - DaVis 10 software update for system integration - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be fully compatible with existing LaVision infrastructure (PTU-X timing unit, DaVis 10 software) - Only LaVision Inc. can provide the required products due to proprietary compatibility needs - No NDA or additional documentation required for access - Direct award exception under trade agreements due to sole-source compatibility

Description

The University of Alberta department submitted a competitive bid exemption for the purchase of two FASTCAM Nova high-speed scientific cameras from LaVision Inc. The end user plans to combine these new cameras with two existing FASTCAM Nova S9 900K-M5 cameras into a Tomographic Particle Image Velocimetry (Tomo-PIV) configuration, which requires identical sensor dimensions for consistent magnification and calibration. The lab's infrastructure is a proprietary LaVision environment, and sourcing from LaVision ensures compatibility and eliminates the need for extra hardware or software licenses. This notice invites bidders to review the details and submit their interest accordingly.

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