Fast Electronic Spectrum analyzer

The National Research Council Canada is soliciting proposals for the procurement of one new and unused fast electronic spectrum analyzer to support the Ultrafast Quantum Photonics Laboratory. The instrument will be used to characterize radio-frequency spectra, noise, and modulation signals for experiments involving quantum optics, ultrafast photonics, and high-speed optical/electronic measurements. Mandatory technical specifications include a frequency measurement range from 10 Hz to at least 7 GHz, a maximum analysis bandwidth of at least 40 MHz, a displayed average noise level of -165 dBm or lower at 1 GHz, and phase-noise performance of -109 dBc/Hz or lower at a 1 GHz carrier frequency with a 10 kHz offset. The contract is open to Canadian suppliers, with the award based on the lowest evaluated price among those meeting all mandatory technical criteria. All deliverables, including the hardware, standard accessories, software, and user documentation, must be delivered DDP to Ottawa by March 1, 2027, with the overall contract term extending to March 1, 2028. The successful contractor must provide a minimum one-year warranty and ensure all electrical equipment is certified by an organization accredited by the Standards Council of Canada. Proposals must be submitted electronically by September 7, 2026, with technical and financial offers provided as separate attachments.