Fluorescence Spectrometer with Advanced Excitation Emission Matrix Spectroscopy (EEMS) Analysis Capabilities

The National Research Council of Canada is soliciting a research-grade benchtop fluorescence spectrometer with advanced excitation emission matrix spectroscopy (EEMS) capabilities to support high-throughput analysis of water samples for environmental parameter evaluation. This procurement is strictly limited to suppliers pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement # E60PV-19EQUI for laboratory and scientific equipment, and only bids from holders of this arrangement will be considered. The instrument must meet stringent technical specifications including a sensitivity of over 20,000:1 measured by the water Raman RMS method, a subtractive double monochromator on the excitation side achieving stray light rejection greater than 10^-7, and a backilluminated, low-noise CCD detector with over 70% quantum efficiency. The detector must be cooled to minimize noise during prolonged measurements, and the system must automatically correct spectra for wavelength and intensity drift. A fully integrated autosampler is required, featuring software control, a plumbing kit, an air-cooled Peltier holder and drawer, a flow cell with precise temperature control ranging from 4 to 40 degrees Celsius, and a minimum capacity of 48 vials of 2 ml volume. The spectrometer must complete measurements of interest in less than one minute and include software capable of minimizing fluctuations and drift in data output. The instrument is to be delivered and installed in Edmonton, Canada. Award will be made to the responsive bidder who meets all mandatory technical requirements at the lowest aggregate price, with no exceptions for non-compliance on the listed criteria. The solicitation closed on July 24, 2026, and was issued under NAICS code 334516 through Canada’s Electronic Tendering Service, subject to multiple international trade agreements including the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and agreements with Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Korea, Panama, and Peru.