# CanadaBuys #26-58198

NRC procurement of one Rohde & Schwarz FSWX real-time spectrum analyzer

**Posted:** October 23, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** 26-58198
**NAICS:** 334511, 423690

The National Research Council Canada is seeking one high-performance Rohde & Schwarz real-time spectrum analyzer for sensitive telescope-protection testing.
- Government buyer: National Research Council Canada (NRC); no sub-agency or purchasing office is identified.
- OEM and vendor:
  - **OEM: Rohde & Schwarz**, manufacturer of the specified FSWX analyzer.
  - **Rohde & Schwarz Canada, Inc.** is identified as the pre-selected supplier in the notice.
- Requested product:
  - One Rohde & Schwarz FSWX real-time spectrum analyzer, part number FSWX.
  - Frequency range: 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz, with 1.2 GHz acquisition bandwidth across the frequency range.
  - I/Q data capture and streaming at 40 Gbit/s; internal RF preamplifier averaging at least 20 dB gain.
  - Must meet stated displayed average noise level (DANL) performance, be in current production, and include an integrated graphical user interface.
- Notable requirements:
  - Software licenses must be perpetual, with no annual subscription or maintenance contract.
  - NRC cites compatibility with its existing Rohde & Schwarz analyzer software and the specified technical performance as reasons for identifying the FSWX.
  - Technical support, updates, calibration, and repairs are stated to be available for five years; the initial one-year warranty may be extended to five years.
- Delivery and period: The estimated contract period is 12 months. Attachment summaries give different delivery deadlines, so the delivery timing should be confirmed.

### Description

The National Research Council Canada requires a 1.2 GHz acquisition-bandwidth real-time spectrum analyzer operating up to 26.5 GHz to capture and stream in-phase and quadrature (I/Q) data. The analyzer will be used in a reverberation chamber to qualify devices against stringent telescope protection levels, and must be low-noise and ultra-sensitive. The ACAN identifies Rohde & Schwarz Canada, Inc. as the pre-identified supplier; interested suppliers may submit a statement of capabilities demonstrating compliance with the stated requirements. The notice lists minimum requirements including frequency coverage from 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz, I/Q streaming at 40 Gbit, perpetual software licenses, and an integrated graphical user interface.

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