Opportunity

CanadaBuys #26-58206

NRC integrated Keysight-compatible quantum research test platform

Posted

November 13, 2026

Respond By

November 30, 2026

Identifier

26-58206

NAICS

423690

The National Research Council of Canada is seeking an integrated Keysight-compatible platform for quantum technology research. - Government buyer: National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre and Quantum Technology Demonstration Centre; Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre; Procurement and Contracting Services. - OEM and named supplier: Keysight Technologies equipment is specified, with Keysight Technologies Canada Inc. pre-identified as the supplier. - Requested equipment: Eight instrument types, one each: dual-channel vector signal generator; electronic spectrum analyzer; over-100-GHz real-time oscilloscope; modular semiconductor device analyzer; signal source analyzer; analog signal generator; signal and spectrum analyzer; and two-channel optical power meter. No specific part numbers are provided. - Key capabilities: RF/microwave signal generation and analysis up to 54–55 GHz, oscilloscope bandwidth over 100 GHz, semiconductor I-V/C-V and fast-pulsed characterization, and optical power measurement from 800–1700 nm. - Integration and support: The complete system must operate as an integrated platform compatible with existing Keysight equipment and include required options, accessories, unified management software, licenses, maintenance, warranty, startup assistance, and technical support. - Delivery: As soon as possible and within 200 days after contract award. The estimated overall period is 18 months. - Procurement notice: Eligible suppliers may submit capability statements; the notice identifies Keysight Technologies Canada Inc. as the pre-identified supplier.

Description

The National Research Council Canada’s Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre requires a complete, integrated high-frequency electronic test and measurement platform. The system must support RF and microwave signal generation and analysis, spectrum analysis, real-time oscilloscope measurements, semiconductor device characterization, signal source analysis, and optical power measurements. Equipment must operate within a unified, vendor-supported software environment and be compatible with existing Keysight Technologies systems. The notice identifies Keysight Technologies Canada Inc. as the pre-identified supplier and allows eligible suppliers to submit statements of capabilities by November 30, 2026.

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