Supply of Microchip 53100A-IR Phase Noise Analyzer

The contract involves the supply of a Microchip 53100A-IR Phase Noise Analyzer designed for testing coherent clock distribution over long-haul aerial fiber optics. The equipment must be capable of simultaneously measuring phase, frequency, and amplitude, with jitter performance of 1e-13 seconds or better, ensuring high precision for advanced optical communications testing. This acquisition supports the measurement and analysis of signal integrity crucial for maintaining synchronization over extended fiber optic networks. The procurement is being managed as a subcontract by the National Research Council of Canada, under the Government of Canada, with performance taking place in the National Capital Region. The solicitation was posted on June 12, 2026, and responses are due by June 30, 2026. The work falls under NAICS code 334517, which relates to electronic instrument manufacturing, indicating the specialized nature of the equipment. This purchase is part of the efforts to enhance Canada’s technical capabilities in fiber optic communication systems.