Development of photon counting spectral detectors

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Nature of Requirements: 

Closing date of the Request for proposal has been postponed until August 26, 2022, 2:00pm.

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Development of photon counting spectral detectors, Defence Research and Development Canada - Valcartier Research Centre

Description
Research and development for the Defence Canada (DRDC) requires the development of detectors having a large dynamic range and operates in photon counting mode for application in spectral LIDAR. The project is separated in two phases. The first phase is a feasibility study that includes the preliminary design of the detector (definition phase). The second phase is the development of the detector and will be performed through Task Authorization. 

Period of Contract
It is intended to result in the award of one contract. The period of the Contract is from date of Contract, to March 31st 2026 inclusive.

Security Requirements
There are security requirements associated with this requirements.

Trade agreements
This requirement is subject to the provisions of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).

Canadian Content
The requirement is limited to Canadian services

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