CanadaBuys #Q-2026-018-CW

Queen's University RFP for Modular Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical Triaxial Compression Laboratory System

Queen's University in Kingston, Canada is seeking proposals for a specialized laboratory system for advanced rock mechanics testing. - Government buyer: - Queen's University (Kingston, Canada) - Products/services requested: - Modular, servo-controlled, hydraulically powered triaxial compression laboratory system - Stiff compression load frame with minimum 1,000 kN capacity - Independently controllable axial load and confining pressure - Capable of triaxial compression, unconfined compression, and creep tests - Operates at confining pressures of at least 50 MPa and temperatures of at least 175°C - Modular instrumentation with interchangeable platen sets for various core diameters - Upgrade options: pore-pressure control, acoustic emission monitoring, ultrasonic velocity testing - Unique or notable requirements: - System must be modular and allow for future upgrades - High capacity and high temperature/pressure operation - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open competitive tendering under Canadian trade agreements - OEMs: - No OEMs specified in the notice - Procurement governed by Canadian trade agreements; competitive selective tendering

Description

This solicitation invites proposals for a servo-controlled, hydraulically powered, high-temperature rock triaxial laboratory testing system. The system must include a stiff compression load frame with at least 1,000 kN capacity, independently controllable axial load and confining pressure, and the ability to conduct triaxial compression, unconfined compression, and creep tests. It should operate at confining pressures of at least 50 MPa and temperatures of at least 175°C, with modular instrumentation and interchangeable platen sets for different core diameters. The proposal must include options for upgrade packages such as pore-pressure control, acoustic emission monitoring, and ultrasonic velocity testing.

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