Opportunity
CanadaBuys #25-58219-B
Procurement of Compact Raman Spectrometer System for NRC Mississauga
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
25-58219-B
NAICS
334516, 541690, 541330, 334519, 423490
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking Canadian suppliers for a compact Raman spectrometer system for its Clean Energy Innovation facility in Mississauga. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Contact: Daniel Rusthoven - Products Requested: - Compact Raman spectrometer (1 unit) - Must include a 532 or 785 nm laser - Resolution < 25 cm-1, spectral range 200–2500 cm-1, SNR 200:1 - Dimensions under 200x200x200 mm, weight under 5 kg - USB 2.0 and/or ethernet interface - Accessories: - Fiber optic cables (1 set) - Fiber probe (1 unit) with ≥7 mm working distance for films and powders - Objective lens (1 unit) - Software: - Windows-based, 21 CFR Part 11 compliant - Real-time data collection, analysis, export in non-proprietary formats - Must include SDK or API for automated control and integration - Training: - On-site training for at least 4 personnel - Warranty: - Minimum 1-year manufacturer warranty (parts, labor, shipping) - Services Required: - Delivery, installation, integration, calibration, and configuration at NRC Mississauga - On-site training and support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be compatible with self-driving/autonomous laboratory environments - Must be embeddable and lightweight for integration into other devices - Compliance with Canadian Electrical Code - Delivery required within 10 weeks of contract award - Installation and training must occur within specified timelines post-delivery - Only Canadian suppliers are eligible (Policy on Reciprocal Procurement) - No specific OEMs or part numbers are specified in the solicitation.
Description
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of a compact Raman spectrometer compatible with self-driving laboratories. The spectrometer should include the appropriate light source and accessories for acquiring Raman spectra on films and powders, suitable for in-operando studies of energy storage devices. The device must be compact, lightweight, embeddable into other devices, and operable via a software development kit or API. The contract duration is approximately 14 months starting around August 4, 2026, with delivery required within 10 weeks after contract award.