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NRC Solicits Bio-Capacitance Probe System for Real-Time Bioreactor Cell Culture Measurement

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for a bio-capacitance probe system to enable real-time measurement of viable cell concentration in up to four bioreactors simultaneously. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Senior Procurement Officer: Daniel Rusthoven - Products and Quantities: - Four-probe bio-capacitance measurement system for bioreactors - 2 probes of 320-325 mm length - 2 probes of 220-225 mm length - All probes: 12 mm diameter, compatible with PG13.5 bioreactor ports - Includes human-machine interface (HMI), controller, and connecting cables - Optional signal simulator for probe calibration/verification (1 unit) - Technical Requirements: - Multi-frequency scanning (minimum 15 frequencies between 300 kHz and 10 MHz) - Real-time data capture and export (.xls or .csv) - Communication interfaces: OPC-UA and 4–20 mA - Probes must withstand at least 100 steam sterilization and clean-in-place cycles - Measurement range: capacitance (0–100 pF/cm), conductivity (1–20 mS/cm) with specified precision - System must integrate into bioreactor control loops - Services: - Warranty and technical support for at least 1 year, including all required software (latest version, Windows 11 compatible) - Spare parts availability for at least 5 years from delivery - Notable Requirements: - Delivery of all goods within 12 weeks of contract award - Open to Canadian and eligible international suppliers under applicable trade agreements - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mandated

Description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking to acquire a new four-probe bio-capacitance system for real-time measurement of viable cell concentration in up to four bioreactors simultaneously. The system must measure bio-capacitance at multiple frequencies to obtain capacitance distribution spectra, enabling calculation of critical cell culture parameters such as cell size and internal conductivity. The probes must be compatible with various bioreactor types and support multi-frequency scanning with real-time data capture via OPC-UA and 4–20 mA communication for integration into control loops. The contract duration is estimated at 13 months, starting approximately September 11, 2026.

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