# 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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