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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on May 26, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Automated Variable-Angle Spectroscopic Thin-Film Characterization System

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UWORFPSR-1919Canada

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The University of Western Ontario is soliciting proposals for the supply and installation of an Automated Variable-Angle Spectroscopic Thin-Film Characterization System with in situ electrochemical capability, commonly known as an ellipsometer. This advanced instrument is critical for real-time, time-resolved analysis of electrochemically driven surface and interfacial processes on metals, oxides, sulfides, semiconductors, and other materials, with specific applications in corrosion science, oxide growth, film breakdown, and repassivation under controlled polarization conditions. The system will support research across energy sectors including nuclear reactor materials, nuclear waste management, oil and gas infrastructure, and hydrogen production and transport, enabling insights into transient phenomena inaccessible through ex-situ or steady-state methods. The estimated budget is CAD$330,000 plus HST, with a firm delivery deadline of December 2026 and a total pre-tax allocation that must be adhered to in all bids. All submissions must be made electronically via the BonfireHub platform by June 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET, and must include mandatory documentation such as the Submission Form, Rate Bid Form, Reference Form, Technical Requirements Questionnaire, Sustainability Commitment, and Proponents Checklist. Proposals will be evaluated based on experience and qualifications, technical compliance, service and support, sustainability practices, value-added ideas, accessibility under the AODA, pricing, and in-kind contributions. The procurement is subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement and is open to all qualified suppliers without prequalification requirements. The University may engage in post-evaluation negotiations with selected proponents and reserves the right to modify solicitation details as needed. All documentation must be submitted in English, and suppliers are directed to the official tender portal for the most current and complete information. While the RFP is publicly accessible at no cost on BonfireHub, additional information may be available through Merx.com, though fees may apply. Contact for inquiries is Scott Roth at sroth6@uwo.ca.

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University seeks proposals for ellipsometer supply/installation, $330K budget, deadline June 23, 2026.

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Government of Canada → University of Western Ontario

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334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → University of Western Ontario
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Government of Canada → University of Western Ontario
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Scott RothContracting Authority

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Suppliers can find the complete tender document(s), at no cost, on: https://uwo.bonfirehub.ca. Procuring Entity: University of Western Ontario (Western) Procurement Services 1151 Richmond Street London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 3K7 Contact: Scott Roth sroth6@uwo.ca Procurement Method: Open tender whereby all interested Suppliers may submit a Proposal. Description: The RFP is an invitation to submit offers for the Supply and Install of an Automated Variable-Angle Spectroscopic Thin-Film Characterization System (Ellipsometer) with In Situ Electrochemical Capability. The instrument will be used for in- and ex-situ time-resolved characterization of electrochemically driven surface and interfacial processes on metal, oxide, sulfide, semiconductor, and other surfaces. It enables real-time, in-situ monitoring of passive film formation, breakdown, and repassivation under controlled electrochemical polarization, capturing changes in film thickness, optical properties, and interfacial structure. The system will support mechanistic and kinetic studies of corrosion, oxide growth, and degradation processes relevant to the energy sector, including materials used in nuclear reactors, nuclear waste management, oil and gas pipelines, and hydrogen production, storage, and transport. This instrumentation is essential for resolving transient phenomena that cannot be captured with ex-situ or steady-state measurement techniques. Refer to the RFP document for further information. Budget: The estimated total pre-tax budget is CAD$330,000 plus HST. Estimated Quantities: Available within the tender document Submission Details: All tender submissions must be uploaded electronically at https://uwo.bonfirehub.ca Submission Deadline: June 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET Public Opening: Not Applicable Conditions for Participation: Available within the tender document(s) Mandatory Submission Requirements: Appendix B- Submission Form Appendix C- Rate Bid Form Appendix D- Reference Form Appendix E- Deliverables and Technical Requirements Questionnaire Appendix F- Western’s Commitment to Sustainability in Procurement and Supporting Documents Appendix G- Proponents Checklist Complete submission requirements are provided within the tender document(s). Scored Submission Requirements: Mandatory Requirements Experience, Qualifications and References Technical Requirements Service and Support Sustainability Value- Added Ideas Accessibility (AODA) Pricing In-kind This procurement is covered by Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA). This procurement is covered by Chapter 19 of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA) Delivery Date: December 2026 Duration of Agreement: Upon receipt of equipment and satisfaction of obligations as set out in the Agreement. Additional Options: Available in the tender document(s) Negotiation: At the end of the evaluation process, Western may identify one or more Suppliers with whom it wishes to enter into negotiations, by written notification. See tender document(s) for further detail. Prequalification: Not Applicable Responses must be submitted in English. Suppliers should note that information contained within this Tender Notice is subject to change. Suppliers are encouraged to download the tender document(s) which contain the most current information. Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.