# Alberta Purchasing #ACAN 2026-0164

University of Alberta seeks Bruker single-cell spatial mass spectrometry platform

**Posted:** October 23, 2026
**Respond By:** October 30, 2026
**Identifier:** ACAN 2026-0164
**NAICS:** 423490

The University of Alberta is seeking an integrated platform for single-cell spatial mass spectrometry, with Bruker identified as the only supplier able to meet the stated requirements.
- Buyer: University of Alberta.
- **OEM:** Bruker; the notice recommends Bruker Ltd.
- Products requested:
  - Bruker timsTOF fleX mass spectrometer; quantity and part number not specified.
  - Bruker 15T timsMRMS mass spectrometer; quantity and part number not specified.
- Key requirements: integrated configuration with dual ESI/MALDI sources, high-resolution trapped ion mobility separation, and compatibility with the University's existing 15T FT-ICR magnet.
- The notice states that alternative suppliers cannot meet all mandatory requirements while leveraging the existing infrastructure.

### Description

The University of Alberta is seeking an integrated single-cell spatial mass spectrometry platform consisting of a timsTOF fleX and 15T timsMRMS. The required configuration includes dual ESI/MALDI sources, high-resolution trapped ion mobility separation, and compatibility with the University’s existing 15T FT-ICR magnet. The notice identifies Bruker as the only supplier able to meet all mandatory requirements while leveraging the existing infrastructure and recommends Bruker Ltd. The notice states that the proposed procurement is a direct award.

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