Opportunity
CanadaBuys #ESC-2627-026
Procurement of Three Continuous Flow Automated Analyzers for AAFC Research Centers
Posted
July 09, 2026
Respond By
August 09, 2026
Identifier
ESC-2627-026
NAICS
334516, 423490
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is seeking proposals for the supply, installation, and support of three Continuous Flow Automated Analyzers for its research and development centers in Fredericton, Charlottetown, and Agassiz. - Government Buyer: - Agency: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) - Products/Services Requested: - Three Continuous Flow Automated Analyzers (one per location) - Multi-channel capability (3 or 4 channels depending on site) - Capable of analyzing soil, water, and plant extracts for nitrate/nitrite, ammonium, phosphate, and sulphate (site-specific) - Includes autosampler (minimum 240 samples), auto diluter, and pump - Software must be compatible with Windows 11 and Excel - CSA certification required - Environmental packaging preferred - Services: - Delivery, installation, and integration at each site - Onsite training in English for operation and maintenance - At least a one-year warranty with a local North American service center - Ongoing free technical support (manuals, datasheets, video tutorials, phone/virtual support) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must replace aging QuickChem 8500 Series 2 FIA Automated Ion Analyzers - Compatibility with existing power sources and CSA approval - All suppliers must be pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI - Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically compliant bidder - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but the analyzers must meet detailed technical and operational criteria.
Description
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is soliciting proposals for the supply of three Continuous Flow Automated Analyzers to be delivered to three separate research and development centers: Fredericton, Charlottetown, and Agassiz. The analyzers must meet specific technical requirements including multi-channel capabilities, compatibility with various sample types, and include installation, training, and warranty services. This procurement is restricted to suppliers pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI. The contract duration is 8 months starting from July 13, 2026.