Purchase and delivery of a Custom Optical Table configured as a Symmetric U Table Top System for ultrafast lasers and interferometry measurements

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

• Procurement: The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of a Custom Optical Table configured as a Symmetric U Table Top System specifically for ultrafast lasers and interferometry measurements.
• Project Scope and Objectives: The optical table will support newly acquired laser systems intended for machining and detection.
• Contract Type and Duration: A Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued, with a contract period starting ideally on January 30, 2026, and concluding by March 30, 2026. The required deliverables must be completed by March 25, 2026.

BUYER INFORMATION:

• Issuing Organization: National Research Council of Canada (NRC)
• Contact Details:
  • Karl Payong, Senior Contracting Officer
  • Email: [email protected]
• Important Dates:
  • Posted Date: December 17, 2025
  • Proposal Due Date: January 15, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST
  • Performance Period: January 30, 2026 - March 30, 2026

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Certifications/Registrations: Only Canadian suppliers are eligible as per the Policy on Reciprocal Procurement.
• Geographic Restrictions: All proposals must come from Canadian suppliers; offers from non-trading partners will be rejected.
• Packaging Standards: Offerors must meet the environmentally preferable packaging specifications as outlined in the RFP.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Key Technical Capabilities: Suppliers are expected to deliver a custom optical table capable of supporting ultrafast lasers and interferometry measurements.
• Deliverables: The primary deliverable is the installation-ready optical table configured as specified, with performance standards aligning with ultrafast laser applications.
• Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on meeting all mandatory criteria and the lowest price.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nice-to-Have Certifications: Additional certifications in relevant fields (not explicitly stated) would be considered advantageous.
• Competitive Advantage: Experience in similar procurements or familiarity with ultrafast lasers and optical table systems could enhance proposal attractiveness.

KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:

• Proposal Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on compliance with mandatory requirements, the cost, and the ability to meet specified deliverables.
• Weighting of Criteria: Specific weighting of criteria is not mentioned, but compliance with technical specifications and pricing are fundamental factors.
• Past Performance: While not detailed in the documentation, prior experience in similar contracts may be implicitly considered during evaluation.

This structured summary focuses on critical aspects and requirements to facilitate effective matching with potential suppliers.