Purchasing of high-speed extremely low noise visible camera

The National Research Council of Canada is seeking to procure a high-speed, extremely low noise visible camera designed for high-resolution photon counting behind a coronagraph, with the goal of enabling precise high-speed wavefront control for advanced research in high contrast imaging and the direct detection of exoplanets. The camera must deliver exceptional efficiency in visible wavelengths to support both ground-based astronomical systems and future space-based observatories such as the Habitable World Observatory. It is required to operate with minimal noise and high temporal resolution to capture faint signals obscured by bright stellar light, ensuring the fidelity of scientific measurements critical to exoplanet characterization. The camera must be fully compatible with Linux and other common operating systems without requiring custom drivers or extensive configuration, ensuring seamless integration into existing scientific computing environments. The solicitation, numbered 26-58089, was posted on July 27, 2026, with responses due by August 21, 2026. The contracting authority is Adebisi Adeyeye, reachable via email and phone, and the procurement is managed under the Government of Canada. The place of performance is in Canada, and the acquisition is classified as a federal solicitation with no specific set-aside requirements.