CanadaBuys #W7702-2025-00116-A

DRDC Solicits Ultra High-Speed Framing Camera System for Scientific Research

Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) - Suffield Research Centre is seeking to acquire an advanced imaging system for scientific research: - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND) - Defence Research & Development Canada (DRDC) - Suffield Research Centre - Products/Services Requested: - One ultra high-speed framing camera system - Must feature multi-channel intensified imaging with independently gated channels - Nikon F-mount lens compatibility - Real-time imaging control software - Electro-mechanical shutter and beam splitting assembly - Image intensifier assemblies with S25 photocathode material - Adjustable gain and high dynamic range - Nanosecond timing resolution - Readout sensors: CMOS, sCMOS, CCD, ICCD - Gigabit Ethernet control - Protective hard case and one-year warranty - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned - Only suppliers pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI are eligible - Unique Requirements: - System must meet extensive mandatory technical criteria (M1 to M52) - Award will be made to the lowest priced technically compliant bidder - Compatibility with Microsoft Windows 10 or later - At least 8 independently controlled imaging channels - User-adjustable gain and real-time imaging - One-year warranty on parts and labor

Description

Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) - Suffield Research Centre requires one ultra high-speed framing camera system capable of imaging transient fluid hydrodynamic and impact phenomena. The system must capture rapidly evolving events with nanosecond-scale timing resolution and independently controlled imaging channels. Only suppliers currently pre-qualified on Supply Arrangement E60PV-19EQUI authorized under the required categories of products are invited to bid. The contract duration is approximately 5 months starting around October 15, 2026.

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