Opportunity

CanadaBuys #26-58096

NRC Solicits Laboratory Scale Electrode Calendaring System for Battery Research

Posted

August 13, 2026

Respond By

September 10, 2026

Identifier

26-58096

NAICS

333249

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for a laboratory scale electrode calendaring system to support research on lithium-ion and advanced battery chemistries. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Finance and Procurement Services, Centre for Clean Energy Innovation - Contracting Authority: Helen Tran - Products Requested: - Laboratory scale electrode calendaring system (1 unit) - Designed for densification of battery electrodes coated on aluminium and copper foils - Must be a gap-controlled heated electric rolling press - Features include: - Hardened tool steel rollers (minimum width 150 mm, diameter 100 mm) - Adjustable pressure (max load force ≥ 2 metric tonnes) - Adjustable roll gap (0-2 mm, 10 µm resolution) - Heating system up to 200°C (±5°C precision) - Adjustable rolling speed (up to 30 mm/s) - Digital control system with user interface, data logging, and export (USB/Ethernet) - Compatible with inert gas glovebox environments - Footprint not exceeding 1000mm x 500mm x 700mm - Shipping and delivery to NRC in Mississauga, Ontario - Services Requested: - 12-month warranty and technical support (response within 5 business days) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Eco-friendly packaging specifications - Compliance with Canadian supplier policies and Integrity Regime - Eligibility under reciprocal procurement policies - Mandatory technical criteria must be met for bid responsiveness - Technical, financial, and certification documents must be submitted separately - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; suppliers must meet all technical specifications. - Opportunity is open to Canadian and eligible trade partner suppliers under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).

Description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking offers to provide a new laboratory scale electrode calendaring system. The contract duration is 12 months starting from September 21, 2026, with all deliverables required by December 15, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding, and the selection criteria is based on the lowest price among responsive bidders who meet all mandatory technical criteria. The delivery location is Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

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