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National Research Council Canada Solicits EMCCD Camera System for Adaptive Optics Research

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for the supply of an Electron Multiplying Charged-Coupled Device (EMCCD) camera system to enhance adaptive optics research on a 1.2 m telescope at the Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre, Acquisitions Office - Products/Services Requested: - One EMCCD camera system for adaptive optics - Must include all required system software, drivers, SDK/API kits, licenses, activation keys, technical documentation, power supplies, cables, adapters, accessories, and a one-year warranty - Technical requirements: - Minimum 128x128 pixel resolution - Pixel size of 24x24 microns or smaller - Quantum efficiency greater than 90% between 400-700 nm - Frame rate of at least 1400 frames per second - Thermoelectric cooling - Spectral range of 250-1100 nm - Data interface: Gigabit Ethernet, Camera Link, or USB 3.0 - Compatibility with Windows and Linux (including Ubuntu 20.04/22.04 LTS) - Vendor-supplied GUI and SDK with Python and C++ support - Built-in mechanical shutter with remote control - External trigger input/output - Complete English documentation (paper and electronic) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery to Victoria, British Columbia - Only Canadian suppliers or those from eligible trading partners may bid - Environmental packaging and carbon neutrality disclosure may be required - Selection based on technical merit and price (lowest price meeting mandatory criteria) - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; bidders must propose compliant models.

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The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is soliciting proposals for an Electron Multiplying Charged-Coupled Device (EMCCD) camera to enable high-speed operation of a pyramid wavefront sensor in an adaptive optics system on a 1.2 m telescope. The procurement includes the camera and all required system software, drivers, SDK/API, licenses, activation keys, technical documentation, power supplies, cables, adapters, accessories, and a one-year warranty. The contract duration is 2 months, with delivery required by October 30, 2026, to Victoria, British Columbia. The selection criteria is based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price under a competitive open bidding process.

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