CanadaBuys #26-58075

NRC Solicits RF Test and Measurement Suite (Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, VNA)

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Radio Frequency (RF) Test and Measurement Suite to support advanced research and quantum sensing applications. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC), Procurement and Contracting Services, Finance and Procurement Services Branch - Contact: Shawn Doyle - Products Requested: - Signal Generator (10 kHz to 50 GHz, with external reference input and frequency multiplier/extender to 110-170 GHz) - Must include RF power sensor, LAN/Ethernet connectivity, front panel display, and CSA or equivalent certification - Performance: Output power ≥10 dBm, phase noise ≤-100 dBc/Hz at 50 GHz, harmonics ≤-50 dBc, phase stability ≤1x10^-10/day - Frequency Multiplier/Extender (Optional, 110-170 GHz) - Must integrate seamlessly with signal generator, include controllable attenuator and isolator - Signal/Spectrum Analyzer (10 Hz or 10 kHz to 50 GHz) - Analysis bandwidth ≥1 GHz, phase noise ≤-125 dBc at 1 GHz, displayed average noise level ≤-125 dBm, frequency resolution 1 Hz, supports external mixer and phase noise measurement - Must have LAN/Ethernet, front panel display, and CSA or equivalent certification - Vector Network Analyzer (Optional, 10 kHz to 50 GHz) - Minimum 4 ports, output power -50 dBm to +3 dBm, ≥2 internal RF sources, sweep time ≤50 ms, frequency resolution 1 Hz, supports external converters, LAN/Ethernet, front panel display, CSA or equivalent certification - Services Requested: - In-person, half-day training for each major instrument (signal generator, analyzer, VNA) - Minimum 2-year warranty with technical support - Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be CSA or equivalent certified - Delivery required to NRC Ottawa by specified deadline - Eco-friendly packaging required - Only Canadian and partner country suppliers are eligible - Compliance with security requirements - Quantities: - 1 each of signal generator, analyzer, and (optionally) frequency multiplier/extender and VNA - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but leading RF test equipment manufacturers are likely to compete.

Description

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for a Radio Frequency (RF) Test and Measurement Suite. The suite includes a Signal Generator capable of 10 kHz to 50 GHz with external reference input and frequency multiplier for extending to 110-170 GHz, a Signal/Spectrum Analyzer capable of measuring up to 50 GHz, and a Vector Network Analyzer capable of operating up to 44 GHz. The objective is to acquire a compatible solution integrating these components for high-performance RF testing and measurement, supporting quantum sensing and other advanced applications. The contract duration is 16 months starting from August 24, 2026.

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