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Helium Leak Testing and Vacuum Certification

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Response Deadline10/14/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Helium Leak Testing and Vacuum Certification involves providing high-sensitivity leak detection services for prime contractors working on National Research Council Canada laboratory projects in British Columbia. The scope of work requires the use of mass spectrometers to conduct helium leak testing, ensuring that leak rates remain within the strict limit of 1x10-8 mbar·L/s, alongside performing high-vacuum cleanliness preparation. The successful contractor is responsible for delivering a vacuum-clean vessel and a formal Leak Test Report that details the methods used, the conditions of the test, and the final measured rates. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 811210 and is associated with the Government of Canada.

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Agency

Government of Canada → National Research Council of Canada

NAICS

811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance

Place of Performance

British Columbia, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 26-58133.

The full solicitation package (14 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Purchase of one (1) General-Purpose Laboratory Vacuum Vessel

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PostedOct 2

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Response DeadlineOct 14

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10/14/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 11 days

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada

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Performs high-sensitivity leak detection for prime contractors on National Research Council Canada (NRC) laboratory projects. Conducts helium leak testing using mass spectrometers to ensure leak rates do not exceed 1x10-8 mbar·L/s and performs high-vacuum cleanliness preparation. Delivers a vacuum-clean vessel and a formal Leak Test Report documenting methods, conditions, and measured rates.

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