# CanadaBuys #26-58154

Active Vibration Isolation System for Thermo Fisher Scientific Verios 5 UHR-SEM

**Posted:** September 29, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 26-58154
**NAICS:** 334516, 541330

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking to procure an Active Vibration Isolation System for its Structures and Materials Performance Laboratory, specifically for use with a Thermo Fisher Scientific Verios 5 Ultra High Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (UHR-SEM).
- Government Buyer:
  - National Research Council Canada (NRC)
  - Structures and Materials Performance Laboratory, Aerospace (AERO-SMPL-HTM), High Temperature Materials Group
  - Contact: Marie Jose Lachance
- OEM Highlight:
  - Thermo Fisher Scientific (system must be compatible with Verios 5 UHR-SEM)
- Products/Services Requested:
  - One (1) Active Vibration Isolation System (AVI) or dynamic antivibration system
    - Must provide active vibration isolation in all six degrees of freedom
    - Must operate over a frequency range of 1 Hz to 200 Hz
    - Minimum vibration reduction efficiency: 90% at 2.5 Hz, 97% at 5 Hz, 99% at 10 Hz
    - Internal noise must be less than 50 nG/Hz
    - Must support a minimum load of 960 kg
    - Dimensions: 900-1124 mm (L), 650-895 mm (D), 112.5-160 mm (H)
    - Must use piezoelectric or geophone sensors and actuators with closed-loop feedback
    - Must comply with Canadian Electrical Code and RoHS Directive
    - Must be installable without powered lifting equipment
    - Must include real-time system parameter display
    - Compatibility with Thermo Fisher Scientific Verios 5 UHR-SEM must be demonstrated
  - Services:
    - On-site installation, adjustment, calibration, and operational verification
    - On-site training for three NRC employees (in English)
    - 24-month warranty with technical support (telephone/online within 48 hours, spare parts, on-site visits as needed)
    - Documentation and delivery to NRC Ottawa facility
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Strict technical specifications for vibration isolation, efficiency, noise, and load capacity
  - Only Canadian suppliers and those from eligible trade partners may bid
  - Selection based on lowest price
  - All deliverables must be received by the specified deadline before acceptance

### Description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking to acquire an Active Vibration Isolation (AVI) system compatible with the Thermo Fisher Scientific Verios 5 Ultra High Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (UHR-SEM). The system is required to isolate the microscope from low-frequency vibrations and environmental noise to enhance its performance. The contract includes installation, on-site training, warranty support, documentation, and delivery. The deliverables must be received on or before January 29, 2027, and the contract duration is approximately 4 months.

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