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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on August 12, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Purchase and delivery of an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

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26-58086International

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The National Research Council Canada is seeking to acquire an Atomic Force Microscope system to advance nanoscale surface characterization and analysis at the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre. The equipment will serve as a critical tool for internal NRC research initiatives and facilitate collaboration across other NRC centres, federal government departments, and external partners. The procurement is formalized under solicitation number 26-58086, with the opportunity posted on July 23, 2026, and responses due by August 18, 2026. The contract is open to all eligible suppliers with no specific set-aside designation, and the place of performance is not explicitly defined, implying flexibility in delivery and installation logistics. Karl Payong, Contracting Authority, is the designated point of contact for all inquiries, reachable via email at karl.payong@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca. The acquisition is aligned with federal procurement processes and aims to enhance Canada’s capability in quantum and nanotechnology research through cutting-edge instrumentation.

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NRC seeks Atomic Force Microscope for quantum and nanotechnology research, procurement under solicitation 26-58086, due August 18, 2026.

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Government of Canada → National Research Council of CanadaView Agency

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334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

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CAN

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Solicitation 26-58086 Atomic Force Microscope Purchase

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RFP 26-58086 Purchase and delivery of an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

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RFP 26-58086 Achat et livraison d'un système de microscopie à force atomique

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Amendment 1 to RFP 26-58086 Purchase and delivery of an Atomic Force Microscope

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Solicitation 26-58086 for Atomic Force Microscopy System

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada
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The National Research Council Canada (NRC) requires the purchase of an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) system to support nanoscale surface characterization and analysis at the Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre (QN). The system will support NRC research activities and collaborative work with other NRC research centres, other government departments, and external clients.

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