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NRC Solicitation for General-Purpose Laboratory Vacuum Vessel for Cryogenic Research

The National Research Council Canada (NRC), Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Center, is seeking bids for a new laboratory vacuum vessel to support cryogenic research and astronomical instrumentation testing. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Center - Contact: Marie Jose Lachance - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) General-Purpose or Universal Laboratory Vacuum Vessel/Chamber - Internal dimensions: 23–25 inches (width, height, depth) - Construction: Stainless steel (304, 304L, 316, or 316L) or aluminum alloy - Surface finish: Electropolished interior and exterior - Ports/flanges: Multiple fixed flanges (DN160CF, DN125CF, DN100CF, KF-50, KF-40, KF-25, KF-16) - Sealing: Viton or equivalent - Integrated lifting device, mounting features, and hinged door - Vacuum performance: Helium leak tested, leak rate ≤ 1x10^-8 mbarL/s - Cleaned and prepared for high-vacuum service - Includes manufacturing drawings, leak test report, and handling instructions - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vessel must be new (not refurbished or used) - Compliance with technical drawing ME-000-08711 Rev. B - Minimum five years' experience in stainless-steel vacuum vessel fabrication - ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management certification - Environmental packaging specifications - Delivery required to Victoria, British Columbia - Open to Canadian and eligible international suppliers under CFTA - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified manufacturers meeting all technical and quality requirements.

Description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is soliciting offers for one new General-Purpose Laboratory Vacuum Vessel to support cryogenic research at the Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Center. The vacuum vessel will be integrated with a cryocooler, vacuum pump, and other custom parts to create a cryogenic testing capability for custom and commercial cryogenic mechanisms. The vessel must meet specific technical requirements including construction from stainless steel, precise internal dimensions, and various flange ports as detailed in the technical drawings. The contract duration is approximately 5 months, with delivery required by March 31, 2027, to Victoria, British Columbia.

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