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What is "PR20104 H4084-253122_Microfluidics instrument"?

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### Summary of Opportunity PR20104 H4084-253122: Microfluidics Instrument

#### **PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **What is being procured?**  
  The opportunity involves the procurement of one microfluidics instrument capable of single-cell multi-omics, specifically for single-cell sequencing and surface protein expression analysis.
  
- **Project scope and objectives:**  
  The project aims to supply, install, and optionally provide on-site training for the microfluidics instrument at Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario.
  
- **Contract type and estimated value:**  
  The type of contract has not been specified. There is no estimated value mentioned in the opportunity details.

#### **BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing organization:**  
  Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

- **Contact details:**  
  Watson, Slater (SPAC/PSPC)  
  Email: slater.watson@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

- **Important dates:**  
  - **Posted:** December 19, 2025  
  - **Due:** January 9, 2026  
  - **Performance period:** Contract performance begins on the date of contract award and lasts until one year after delivery and acceptance of work, with delivery of goods and services required by March 31, 2026.

#### **MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Required certifications/registrations:**  
  Specific certifications are not mentioned; however, compliance with mandatory requirements detailed in the Request for Proposal (RFP) is crucial.

- **Mandatory qualifications:**  
  Offerors must meet all mandatory requirements outlined in the RFP.

- **Set-aside requirements:**  
  No specific set-aside requirements (e.g., small business, veteran-owned) have been mentioned.

- **Geographic restrictions or location requirements:**  
  Delivery and installation are to occur in Ottawa, Ontario.

#### **TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Key technical capabilities needed:**  
  The instrument must be capable of single-cell sequencing and surface protein expression analysis.

- **Specific technologies, methodologies, or approaches required:**  
  The specific technologies or methodologies are not detailed, but they must support the microfluidics and multi-omics capabilities.

- **Deliverables and performance standards:**  
  Deliverables include installation and optional on-site training, to be completed by a contract-end date set for March 31, 2026.

- **Evaluation criteria:**  
  The evaluation details will be found in the RFP, specifically focusing on mandatory and technical requirements.

#### **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-have certifications or experience:**  
  Additional certifications or experience related to microfluidics or health care instrumentation could enhance competitiveness.

- **Preferred qualifications:**  
  No preferred qualifications have been specified beyond mandatory requirements.

- **Additional evaluation factors:**  
  Competitive advantages may be gained through previous contract performance success or additional relevant capabilities.

#### **KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **How proposals will be evaluated:**  
  Proposals will be assessed based on compliance with mandatory and technical requirements as defined in the RFP.

- **Weighting of different criteria:**  
  Not explicitly mentioned in the details provided.

- **Past performance requirements:**  
  Relevant past performance may be considered in evaluations, though specific requirements are not stated.

This opportunity emphasizes a match for companies experienced in supplying advanced scientific instrumentation, specifically those with capabilities in microfluidics and multi-omics applications in healthcare settings.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is January 9, 2026 (Overdue).

Question 3

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

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You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110000944?anId=ANONYMOUS

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