Supply of Accelerating Rate Calorimeter (ARC) System

The contract involves the supply and delivery of a multi-zone Accelerating Rate Calorimeter (ARC) system designed for thermal runaway analysis of battery materials, with specific technical requirements including adiabatic sensitivity, appropriate chamber size, and compliance with UN 38.3 testing standards. This system is intended to support rigorous safety and performance evaluations of battery chemistries under controlled, high-precision conditions, ensuring accurate detection of thermal instability and runaway behavior during development and certification processes. The equipment must be fully operational and calibrated to meet international safety benchmarks for transport and storage of lithium-based cells and batteries. The contract is classified as a subcontract issued by the National Research Council of Canada under the Government of Canada, with a performance location in Ottawa. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, and responses are due by September 1, 2026. The NAICS code 334516 indicates the procurement pertains to instruments and other devices used for laboratory, industrial, scientific, or medical purposes, aligning the system with advanced analytical instrumentation. The tender is open to qualified suppliers capable of delivering a turnkey solution that integrates hardware, software, safety protocols, and documentation to satisfy the government’s research and regulatory testing mandates.