RFP - 12 FT Observatory Dome
WHAT: Supply of a large clamshell observatory dome that opens entirely for full sky tracking. Must have a freestanding base, total weight less than 1,000 lbs, side door size at least 28” x 68”, clear usable height inside at least 3.0 m, diameter between 3.6 m and 4.0 m, motorized opening, and comput...
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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.
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
open
Procurement Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement Category
*GD
Selection Criteria
Lowest Price
Regions of Opportunity
*Canada
Regions of Delivery
*Canada
Reference Number
cb-400-96901732
Amendment Number
000
Contracting Entity
National Research Council of Canada (NRC)
Contact Name
Tamara Stabb
Contact Email
Contact Country
Canada
Organization City
Ottawa
Organization Province / State
Ontario
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
August 24, 2026
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When is the proposal submission deadline?
The proposal submission deadline is September 4, 2026 (11 days left).
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WHAT: Supply of a large clamshell observatory dome that opens entirely for full sky tracking. Must have a freestanding base, total weight less than 1,000 lbs, side door size at least 28” x 68”, clear usable height inside at least 3.0 m, diameter between 3.6 m and 4.0 m, motorized opening, and computer interfacing.
BUYER: National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Contact: Tamara Stabb ([email protected]).
GEOGRAPHY: Canada.
DATES: Posted: 2026-08-22; Due: 2026-09-04.
INDUSTRY/DOMAIN: Educational and research buildings and structures; Prefabricated commercial and industrial buildings and structures.
MANDATORY QUALS: None specified.
SPECS & CAPABILITIES: Must include motorized opening and computer interfacing for remote control.
CONTRACT: Request for Proposal (RFP).
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