Supply of Spare Parts and Accessories

The contract involves the supply of one set of spare thickness monitor crystals along with additional unspecified spare parts and accessories essential for the ongoing operation and maintenance of a sputter coater system. These components are critical to ensuring the continuous and reliable performance of the equipment, with the spare crystals specifically necessary for accurate film thickness monitoring during thin-film deposition processes. The requirement is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 423490, indicating it pertains to wholesale trade of machinery and equipment supplies, and is being procured by the National Research Council of Canada on behalf of the Government of Canada. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 13, 2026, at 19:00 Eastern Time. Performance is expected to occur within the National Capital Region, reflecting the location of the government facility requiring the parts. Although no set-aside classification is specified, the contract is open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical and logistical demands of delivering verified, compatible replacements for precision instrumentation. The tender opportunity is publicly accessible via the CanadaBuys platform, and successful bidders must ensure timely delivery of all items in full compliance with operational specifications to avoid disruption of ongoing research activities.