Opportunity
Quebec SEAO #20172886
Architectural services for INRS ALLS + Photonics research pavilion
Posted
September 29, 2026
Respond By
October 28, 2026
Identifier
20172886
NAICS
541310
INRS is seeking architectural services for a new research pavilion at its Laval, Quebec, research centre. - Government buyer: Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications. - Project: A new ALLS + Photonics pavilion supporting research associated with the ALLS and LULMAN/QUALITY laboratories, including work in ultrafast lasers, photonics, and quantum technologies. - Services requested: Architectural design, preparation of plans and specifications, coordination of project professionals, and services during construction. - Estimated contract amount: $1.7 million. The separate indicative construction cost is $40 million, including taxes. - Requirements and selection considerations: Experience with similar projects and the project manager’s experience and availability are emphasized, alongside team capacity and provider profile. - Vendors and OEMs: No OEMs, vendors, or product manufacturers are identified.
Description
INRS is soliciting proposals for professional architectural services for construction of a new ALLS + Photonics pavilion at its Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications in Laval. The scope includes design, preparation of plans and specifications, coordination of professionals, and services during construction. The project will bring together research infrastructure associated with the ALLS and LULMAN/QUALITY laboratories, specializing in ultrafast lasers, photonics, and quantum technologies. The estimated contract amount is $1,700,000; proposals will be evaluated on quality, followed by negotiation of the contract price with the selected service provider.