CanadaBuys #26-58054/A

Procurement of 12-Foot Clamshell Observatory Dome for NRC Canada

This opportunity is issued by the National Research Council Canada (NRC), Finance & Procurement Services, for a 12-foot clamshell observatory dome to support telescope experiments and research. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Finance & Procurement Services - Senior Procurement Officer: Tamara Stabb - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - 12-foot (3.6–4 m diameter) clamshell observatory dome - Lightweight (less than 1,000 lbs) - Motorized opening - Computer interface capability - Freestanding base - Side door at least 28" x 68" - Usable interior height of at least 3.0 meters - Quantity: 1 unit - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Delivery required by March 31, 2027 - Only Canadian suppliers are eligible (Canadian Free Trade Agreement applies) - Selection based on lowest price responsive bid - Environmental sustainability considerations, including potential participation in carbon neutrality initiatives and disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions

Description

The Government of Canada, through the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), is seeking proposals for the supply of a large clamshell observatory dome. The dome must open entirely for full sky tracking, be lightweight (less than 1,000 lbs), have a side door at least 28" x 68", and a clear usable height of at least 3.0 meters. The diameter should be between 3.6 m and 4 m to fit on the existing platform. It must be motorized and capable of computer interfacing for remote operation. The contract duration is estimated at 12 months, with all deliverables due by March 31, 2027.

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