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RFP - 12 FT Observatory Dome

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26-58054/AInternational

Submission Closed09/04/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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The National Research Council of Canada has issued a solicitation for the procurement of a large clamshell observatory dome designed for full sky tracking. The required equipment must feature a freestanding base with a total weight of less than 1,000 lbs and include a side door measuring at least 28 by 68 inches. To accommodate existing infrastructure, the dome must have a diameter between 3.6 and 4 meters and provide a clear usable internal height of at least 3.0 meters. Additionally, the unit must be equipped with motorized opening capabilities and computer interfacing to allow for remote operation. This federal solicitation, identified by number 26-58054/A, was posted on September 2, 2026, with a response deadline of September 4, 2026. The project aims to enhance the agency's capacity to conduct outdoor telescope experiments and improve overall research outcomes. Interested parties should direct inquiries to the designated contracting authority, Tamara Stabb, through the official government procurement channels.

General Info

NRC seeks a motorized clamshell observatory dome for full sky tracking by September 4.

Agency

Government of Canada → National Research Council of Canada

NAICS

332312 - Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Canada, CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

26 58054/A - 12 Foot Observatory Dome RFP

43 pages · rfp

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26-58054/A Q&A 1 – Observatory Dome

2 pages · q-and-a

High

26 58054/A Q&A and Amendment 002 – 12 Foot Observatory Dome

3 pages · q-and-a

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26-58054/A RFP – 12 Foot Observatory Dome

40 pages · rfp

High

RFP26-58054/A Reissuance Notice

2 pages · amendment

High

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 2

Solicitation

Response DeadlineSep 4

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

09/04/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada

Contacts1 person available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada

Office AddressN/A

Contacts

Tamara StabbContracting Authority

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Full Description

The National Research Council Canada has a requirement for the supply of a large clamshell observatory dome that opens entirely to allow for full sky tracking. The dome must have a freestanding base, with a total weight less than 1,000 lbs. The side door should be at least 28” x 68” in size. The clear usable height inside should be at least 3.0 m and the diameter should be at least 3.6 m but at most 4 m to fit on our existing platform. In order to be controlled from a distance, the dome must have a motorized opening and computer interfacing. The successful delivery of this observatory dome will improve our ability to perform experiments using outdoor telescopes and contribute to improved research outcomes.