High Capacity Multiplexing 3D Syste

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TITLE: High Capacity Multiplexing 3D System

Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) in Brandon, Manitoba has a requirement for the supply and delivery one (1) High Capacity Multiplexing 3-D system in accordance with the Minimum Performance Specifications detailed herein.

The high capacity multiplexing 3-D system (HCMS) will be used for the crop production pathology program, the six-row and hulless barley breeding program as well as the oat and wheat breeding programs at the Brandon Research Centre (BRC). Currently, this technology is not available at BRC to support ongoing molecular genetic research. An onsite HCMS will provide improved capacity and productivity for the breeding and pathology programs at BRC. The HCMS is essential to support unprecedented progress in research.

A complete list of the mandatory performance specifications are detailed in solicitation document.

All the deliverables must be received on or before March 31, 2015.

FOB destination: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Brandon Research Centre, Brandon, Manitoba Canada.

TRADE AGREEMENTS The requirement is subject to the provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT). Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.