Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-06476
Direct Award: LECO Pegasus BTX Mass Spectrometer with Paradigm Shift GC×GC Modulator for University of Alberta
Posted
September 23, 2026
Respond By
October 01, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-06476
NAICS
334516, 423490
The University of Alberta is pursuing a direct award for a LECO Pegasus BTX Mass Spectrometer with Paradigm Shift GC×GC Modulator to replace an aging LECO Pegasus IV system. - Government Buyer: - University of Alberta - OEMs and Vendors: - LECO (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Products/Services Requested: - LECO Pegasus BTX Mass Spectrometer with Paradigm Shift GC×GC Modulator - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be compatible with existing LECO BT and HRT+ systems - Must support proprietary ChromaTOF® software for acquisition and processing - Direct award justified by technical compatibility with current lab infrastructure - No other vendors or OEMs referenced - No administrative or procedural details included
Description
This procurement is a request for a Competitive Bidding Exception to direct-award the purchase of a LECO Pegasus BTX Mass Spectrometer with a Paradigm Shift GC×GC Modulator. The equipment is intended to replace an aging LECO Pegasus IV system from 2009. The direct award is necessary to maintain technical compatibility with the lab's existing LECO fleet and proprietary ChromaTOF® software, which supports numerous acquisition and processing methods. The procurement is managed by the University of Alberta and is open for bidding until October 1, 2026.