Opportunity
CanadaBuys #20160541
Replacement of Automated Metaphase Capture and Analysis System (Metafer 4) for Jewish General Hospital
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
20160541
NAICS
334516, 811219
Santé Québec - Centre universitaire de santé McGill is replacing the automated metaphase capture and analysis system at the Jewish General Hospital's cytogenetics laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Santé Québec - Centre universitaire de santé McGill - Jewish General Hospital, Cytogenetics Laboratory - OEM Highlight: - Metafer 4 (manufacturer of the requested system) - Products/Services Requested: - Metafer 4 Automated Metaphase Capture and Analysis System - Used for G-banding and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) signal analysis - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Service contract for Metafer 4 system - One-year partial warranty - Seven-year dedicated service contract covering parts and labor - Unique Requirements: - Long-term support: total contract duration of 96 months (one-year warranty plus seven-year service contract) - System must be capable of automated metaphase capture and analysis for both G-banding and FISH applications - Service contract must be dedicated to the Metafer 4 system, ensuring continuity and reliability for laboratory operations
Description
This solicitation is for the replacement of the automated system for capturing and analyzing metaphases in G-banding and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) signals at the cytogenetics laboratory of the Jewish General Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (CUSM). The new system, "Metafer 4," will include a partial one-year warranty and a service contract covering parts and labor dedicated to this system for seven years following the warranty expiration. The contract duration is 96 months. The procurement method is an Advance Contract Award Notice.