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Field emission scanning electron microscope (FEG-SEM)

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BC2026010024Canada

Submission Closed02/19/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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The University of British Columbia is seeking proposals for the supply of a Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FEG-SEM) through a competitive procurement process referenced as RFP 2026010024. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 2:00 PM Pacific Time on February 19, 2026, with a question period ending on February 12, 2026, at 3:30 PM Pacific Time. All procurement documents and any subsequent addenda will be available on UBC’s Bonfire portal, and it is the responsibility of bidders to monitor and obtain all relevant updates throughout the process. This solicitation is conducted in accordance with Chapter Five of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement, which governs government procurement activities. The contract falls under the federal organization type with UBC acting on behalf of the Government of Canada. For additional information or clarifications, interested parties can contact the designated Contracting Authority, Jim Onderwater, via the provided email. The procurement aims to equip UBC with a state-of-the-art FEG-SEM for advanced laboratory applications.

General Info

UBC requests proposals for FEG-SEM supply, deadline February 19, 2026, under Canadian trade rules.

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Government of Canada → University of British Columbia

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

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CAN

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PhaseClosed

PostedJan 22

Solicitation

Response DeadlineFeb 19

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Submission Closed

02/19/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → University of British Columbia

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Government of Canada → University of British Columbia

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Reference #: RFP 2026010024 The University of British Columbia (UBC) is inviting interested parties to participate in the procurement process for the provision of Laboratory Equipment for Field emission scanning electron microscope (FEG-SEM).Below is more detailed Information about the work: Field emission scanning electron microscope (FEG-SEM) Closing Date: February 19, 2026 @ 2:00 PM (Pacific Time) Question Period End Date: February 12, 2026 @ 3:30 PM @ 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)Interested parties can access and submit the documents for this opportunity through UBC’s Bonfire portal which can be found at: https://ubc.bonfirehub.caAddenda (which may include additional information, clarifications, or modifications) will also be published via UBC’s Bonfire portal. It is the interested party’s sole responsibility to ensure that they receive all Addenda.This procurement process is subject to Chapter Five (Government Procurement) of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).