Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #ACAN 2026-0128
Leica FALCON Module Upgrade for Stellaris 8 Confocal Microscope – University of Alberta
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
ACAN 2026-0128
NAICS
423490
The University of Alberta is seeking to upgrade its Leica Stellaris 8 confocal microscope system with a proprietary Leica FALCON module. - Government buyer: - University of Alberta, Department (specific department not named) - OEMs and vendors: - Leica (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Products/services requested: - Leica FALCON module upgrade for Stellaris 8 confocal microscope system - Includes proprietary hardware, software, and detector integration - No part numbers or purchase quantities specified - Unique or notable requirements: - Upgrade must be fully compatible with the existing Leica Stellaris 8 system - Only Leica can provide the FALCON module due to proprietary design and technical integration - No third-party alternatives or substitutions are permitted - Procurement is a direct award, posted on the Alberta Purchasing Connection portal
Description
The Department at the University of Alberta is seeking to add the Leica FALCON module to their recently acquired Leica Stellaris 8 confocal microscope system. This upgrade involves proprietary hardware, software, and detector integration designed exclusively for the STELLARIS platform. Third-party vendor upgrades or equipment are technically incompatible and cannot interface with the existing system. The procurement is a direct award due to the proprietary nature of the upgrade.