2026-LS-404 RFP Observatory Dome Enclosure for Telescope System

The Jennewein Laboratory at Simon Fraser University is seeking a specialized observatory dome enclosure to support a new rooftop quantum satellite station designed for long-range quantum information transfer across the lower mainland. The dome must exceed three meters in diameter, provide unobstructed 360-degree horizontal visibility, and enable precise tracking of satellites while protecting sensitive telescope equipment from environmental conditions. It will be installed on the Academic Quadrangle building on SFU’s Burnaby Campus, requiring full compliance with local building codes and structural regulations, including submission of engineered shop drawings and calculations for approval by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. The university will manage separate structural, electrical, and roofing modifications under a construction manager-led project, leaving the dome supplier responsible for delivering a complete, code-compliant enclosure with all necessary documentation. The supplier must provide sealed shop drawings, detailed product data sheets, compliance certifications, installation and maintenance manuals, warranty information, and recommended inspection and commissioning procedures. All materials and designs must meet the technical and safety standards required for rooftop deployment on a university structure. The solicitation, titled 2026-LS-404 RFP Observatory Dome Enclosure for Telescope System with reference number BC228544, was posted on April 27, 2026, with responses due by May 28, 2026. The contracting authority is Laura Simonsen, and while the solicitation is listed under the Government of Canada’s procurement system, it is issued by Simon Fraser University for this specific scientific infrastructure project.