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University of Calgary - Request for Proposal - Miniscope Systems

Solicitation number AB-2026-01455

Publication date

Closing date and time 2026/03/20 12:00 EDT

Status Status Expired

Description
The University of Calgary requires two (2) miniscope systems, which are lightweight, head-mounted fluorescence microscopes, designed for chronic imaging of neural activity in freely behaving mice. The instrument must capture real-time fluorescence changes from dozens to hundreds of neurons inside brain regions via implanted GRIN lenses, providing cellular-resolution data over weeks to months. Optional three (3) year extended warranty is required. These miniscopes will primarily used in neuroscience to study circuit dynamics during animal behaviors. One system that the lab requires will provide reliable, supported epifluorescence miniscope recording with a single wavelength (one color); the other system will provide miniscope recording with dual wavelengths (two color). The intention of this RFP is to award to a Proponent who submits a proposal which in the sole opinion of the university is the best overall value and suitability.

Contract duration

The estimated contract period will be 0 month(s), with a proposed start date of 2026/04/13.

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Contact information

Contracting organization

Organization
University of Calgary
Address
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, CA-AB, T2N 1N4
CA
Contracting authority
Melissa Innes
Email
mjinnes@ucalgary.ca
Address
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1N4
Canada
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Summary information

Notice type
Request for Proposal
Language(s)
English
Region(s) of delivery
Alberta
Region of opportunity
Alberta
Procurement method
Competitive – Open Bidding
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