Opportunity

University of Waterloo Bonfire #2027-RFPA-00590

Infrared Spectrometers Procurement for WaterFEL Facility at University of Waterloo

Posted

August 28, 2026

Respond By

September 11, 2026

Identifier

2027-RFPA-00590

NAICS

334516, 334519, 423490

The Chemistry Department at the University of Waterloo is seeking proposals for two specialized infrared spectrometers to support its Canadian Free Electron Laser (FEL) Facility. - Government buyer: - University of Waterloo, Chemistry Department - Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI) and Province of Ontario as funding sources - Products requested: - Infrared Spectrometer for Mid-IR FEL - Measures wavelengths from approximately 2.5 to 60 microns - Quantity: 1 - Infrared Spectrometer for Far-IR FEL - Measures wavelengths from approximately 5 to 175 microns - Quantity: 1 - OEMs and vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique requirements: - Detailed technical specifications must be met as outlined in Section 6 of the RFP - Both spectrometers must be suitable for integration with the WaterFEL facility - The University intends to select a single supplier whose products meet or exceed the requirements - Notable context: - Procurement is funded by CFI and the Province of Ontario - Opportunity is open to suppliers capable of meeting advanced infrared measurement needs

Description

The University of Waterloo's Chemistry Department is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of two infrared spectrometers for their Canadian Free Electron Laser Facility. Unit 1 should measure wavelengths from approximately 2.5 to 60 microns for the mid-IR FEL, and Unit 2 should cover 5 to 175 microns for the far-IR FEL. The solicitation includes detailed specifications in Section 6 Requirements. The University intends to select one supplier that meets or exceeds these requirements.

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