CanadaBuys #2025012-RES-ACAN(R2)

Bruker timsTOF fleX mass spectrometer for University of Ottawa spatial omics research

The University of Ottawa is seeking an integrated Bruker mass spectrometry platform for advanced spatial omics research. - Government buyer: University of Ottawa, Metabolomics Core Facility. - OEM and named supplier: Bruker Ltd, manufacturer and pre-selected supplier of the Bruker timsTOF fleX. - Product requested: One Bruker timsTOF fleX mass spectrometer; quantity is not specified and no part number is provided. - Combines ESI and MALDI ionization sources with trapped ion mobility (TIMS) and time-of-flight (TOF) technologies for spatial metabolomics, proteomics, post-translational analysis, and metaproteomics. - Notable technical requirements: - Mass resolution of 60,000 at 1,222 m/z and mobility resolution greater than 200. - Spatial imaging with pixels down to 5 µm and 266 nm post-ionization. - Dual independent or concurrent ionization sources, plus specified sensitivity, scan-speed, mass-accuracy, and imaging capabilities. - One integrated platform and CSA certification compliant with Ontario standards; CE certification is not accepted as an equivalent. - Included services: Delivery and installation, plus at least three days of on-site training.

Description

The University of Ottawa intends to procure a Bruker timsTOF fleX mass spectrometer for its Metabolomics Core Facility. The integrated platform combines ESI and MALDI sources with trapped ion mobility and time-of-flight technologies for spatial metabolomics, proteomics, and related research. The procurement includes delivery, installation, and at least three days of on-site training, along with the listed mandatory technical requirements. This is an Advance Contract Award Notice; suppliers may submit evidence that their equipment meets or exceeds the requirements by December 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.

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