Canada - IRMS and Peripherals for the Jan Veizer Core Facility

Description

THE DELIVERABLES:

Four (4) Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) and three (3) preparative peripherals (“the Equipment”) will be purchased to upgrade the analytical and scientific capabilities of the Jan Veizer Laboratory (uOttawa).

General Description:

The IRMS instrument and peripherals are critical to upgrading the Jan Veizer Laboratory analytical platform. The current IRMS systems are 20+ years old (obsolete) and requires considerable effort to maintain. 
 
The Jan Veizer Laboratory has an excellent international and scientific reputation. It offers a wide range of stable isotope analysis in the Earth and Environmental Science at competitive internal and external prices, with dedicated staff offering the best service possible.
 
The recommended IRMS systems are state-of-the-art with efficient, flexible, and advanced automated sample preparation peripherals.

System 1: Gas Chromatography + IRMS.  Complete system for analysis of hydrocarbon alkanes from C1 to C5 for 13C, 2H and 15N.  Split/splitless injector, cooling oven.  This system is adaptable to measure other organic compound-specific isotope assays (e.g. amino and fatty acids, pollutants).

System 2: High-Temperature Elemental Analyser with IRMS. Complete system for analysis of solids for D, N, C, S, O. Includes dual-inlet for handling toxic gases (CO, H, SO2), 10 sample manifold and automated tube-cracker, collector system for simultaneous SO-SO2.

System 3: Gas vial (12 ml) headspace autosampler with IRMS. Complete system for headspace CO2 (waters, carbonates), N2O (nitrates),  H2 (water) and O2 (air, soil gas) for D, N, C, O.  Collectors for simultaneous N2-O2-Ar.  Heated autosampler tray (50-100 position) is required for carbonates.  Multiple automated headspace injections, cryogenic focusing traps.

System 4: IRMS.  Complete IRMS system with interface for D and universal collector (NCSO).  To be compatible with existing Elemental Analyser (Elementar Vario Cube).

Bidders are encouraged to include a Trade In value of the Jan Veizer Laboratory current equipment in their proposal; see list included within the tender package (Appendix C-3: Trade-In Offer Form).

Mandatory Requirements:

1. The proposal must include all Equipment, software, and services listed in this proposal (turn-key solution).

2. SYSTEM 1:  Gas Chromatograph (GC) + Interface + Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS)
2.1 IRMS must include a collector configuration for D, N, C, O, and S (universal + HD). The solution must also include switchable collector resistors allowing for enriched work (a factor of x30 on resistors). 
2.2 Must include all necessary software licenses to run the IRMS and peripherals. The software must be provided for a minimum of 5 years.
2.3 All software must be compatible with Windows; and Windows must be included with the provided desktop computer.
2.4 Must include a desktop capable of running all necessary software, the IRMS and peripherals. All peripherals for the computer must also be included (monitor, keyboard, etc).
2.5 Linearity for IRMS must be better than or equal to 0.02 permil/nA for N and C, and better than or equal to 0.04 for O and S; except for HD applications.
2.6 H3+ factor must be less than or equal to 8 ppm/nA
2.7 Must be able to export data in Excel format recognized by the  United States Geological Survey ( USGS ) Light Isotope Management System  (LIMS).
3. Gas Chromatograph + interface
3.1 Must be a complete GC system, including a split/splitless injector  (capable of both functionalities) and a GC column for Alkanes (C1 to C5).
3.2 Must include a sampling kit for valve and/or natural gas (direct loop injection).
3.3 Must include oven cryogenic capabilities with a temperature control range between -30 to 400C, or better.
3.4 Must include a nitrogen kit (i.e., automated system droping tubing into liquid nitrogen).
3.5 Must include combustion and pyrolisis configurations for alkanes.
3.6 Must include interface between IRMS and GC system (reference gas injections, dilutions, etc.).
3.7 Must be able to analyse 100ppm of methane for C.
4. Other Requirements
4.1 All systems must include manuals, electronic schematics, on-site training and installation.
4.2 Must include a minimum of one (1) year warranty on parts and labor.
4.3 Proponent must be capable of providing up to a total of 5 years of warranty. 
4.4 All applicable components must be Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) approved by the winning proponent prior to installation; or accepted equivalent.
4.5 All components proposed must be new. Refurbished instruments/components will not be accepted.
4.6 All installed systems must be either 110V or 230V, or capable of achieving said voltage with the use of a transformer.

5. SYSTEM 2:  Elemental Analyser (EA) + Interface + IRMS 
5.1 IRMS must include a collector configuration for D, N, C, O, and S. For S, IRMS must include collectors to measure SO andSO2 simultaneously. The solution must also include switchable collector resistors allowing for enriched work (a factor of x30 on resistors). 
5.2 Must include all necessary software licenses to run the IRMS and peripherals. The software must be provided for a minimum of 5 years.
5.3 All software must be compatable with Windows; and Windows must be included with the provided desktop computer.
5.4 Must include a desktop computer capable of running all necessary software, the IRMS and peripherals. All peripherals for the computer must also be included (monitor, keyboard, etc).
5.5 Linearity for IRMS must be better than or equal to 0.02 permil/nA for N, C, and better than or equal to 0.04 for O, S; except HD.
5.6 For HD, Must have a H3+ factor less than 8 ppm/nA
5.7 Must be able to export data in Excel format recognized by USGS LIMS.
5.8 The proposed solution must consist of a dual Inlet system with a  change over valve included.
5.9 Must include a manifold consisting of a minimum of 10 sample ports.
5.10 Must include differential pumping or justify absence.
6. Elemental Analyser + interface
6.1 The proposed solution must include a Complete Elemental Analyser system for NCS(1150C)-OH(1450C).
6.2 Must be capable of analyzing 60mg samples with 25 mm quartz tubes in NCS mode.
6.3 Must be functional as a stand alone unit without requiring IRMS software.
6.4 Must include interface between IRMS and EA system (reference gas injections, dilutions, etc...)
6.5 Must include one or more sample carousels amounting to a minimum of 80 positions.
7. Other Requirements
7.1 All systems must include manuals, electronic schematics, training and installation.
7.2 Must include a minimum of one (1) year warranty on parts and labor.
7.3 Proponent must be capable of providing up to a total of 5 years of warranty. 
7.4 All applicable components must be Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) approved by the winning proponent prior to installation; or accepted equivalent.
7.5 All components proposed must be new. Refurbished instruments/components will not be accepted.
7.6 All installed systems must be either 110V or 230V, or capable of achieving said voltage with the use of a transformer.

8. SYSTEM 3:  Head space sampler + Interface + IRMS 
8.1 IRMS must include a collector configuration for D, N, C, O, and S. Including collectors for analyzing 40/36, 32/33/34 and 28/29 simultaneously. The solution must also include switchable collector resistors allowing for enriched work (a factor of x30 on resistors). 
8.2 Must include all necessary software licenses to run the IRMS and peripherals. The software must be provided for a minimum of 5 years.
8.3 All software must be compatable with Windows; and Windows must be included with the provided desktop computer.
8.4 Must include a desktop computer capable of running all necessary software, the IRMS and peripherals. All peripherals for the computer must also be included (monitor, keyboard, etc).
8.5 Linearity for IRMS must be better than or equal to 0.02 permil/nA for N, C, and better than or equal to 0.04 for O, S; except HD.
8.6 For HD, H3+ factor must be less than 8 ppm/nA.
8.7 Must be able to export data in Excel format recognized by USGS LIMS.
8.8 Must include differential pumping or justify absence.
9. Head space sampler + interface
9.1 Must include complete Head space sampler system to sample air, carbonates, waters and nitrates for HD, C, O, N, Ar.  The system must use a 12ml exatainner set up or accepted equivalent by the University.
9.2 Must include an autosampler for automatic analysis.
9.3 Must be able to cryogenically trap or purify CO2 or N2O.
9.4 Must include a thermostated tray (or two trays) of at least 150 positions combined that is regulated at 0.1C or better.
9.5 Must include interface between IRMS and Head Sampler (reference gas injections, dilutions, etc...).
9.6 Must include at least 100 Platinum catalysts sticks for H2.
10. Other Requirements
10.1 All systems must include manuals, electronic schematics, training, installation.
10.2 Must include a minimum of one (1) year warranty on parts and labor.
10.3 Proponent must be capable of providing up to a total of 5 years of warranty. 
10.4 All applicable components must be Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) approved by the winning proponent prior to installation; or accepted equivalent.
10.5 All components proposed must be new. Refurbished instruments/components will not be accepted.
10.6 All installed systems must be either 110V or 230V, or capable of achieving said voltage with the use of a transformer.

11. SYSTEM 4:  Interface + IRMS 
11.1 IRMS must include a collector configuration for D, N, C, O, and S.  The solution must also include switchable collector resistors allowing for enriched work (a factor of x30 on resistors). 
11.2 Must include all necessary software licenses to run the IRMS and peripherals. The software must be provided for a minimum of 5 years.
11.3 All software must be compatible with Windows; and Windows must be included with the provided desktop computer.
11.4 Must include a desktop computer capable of running all necessary software, the IRMS and peripherals. All peripherals for the computer must also be included (monitor, keyboard, etc).
11.5 Linearity for IRMS must be better than or equal to 0.02 permil/nA for N, C, and better than or equal to 0.04 for O, S; except HD.
11.6 Must have a H3+ factor of less than 8 ppm/nA.
11.7 Must be able to export data in excel format recognized by USGS LIMS.
12. Interface
12.1 Must include interface between IRMS and EA system (reference gas injections, dilutions, etc...).
12.2 The proposed solution must be compatible with Elementar Vario Cube; as they will be interfaced. Additionally, the proposed solution must have remote start capabilities.
13. Other Requirements
13.1 All systems must include manuals, electronic schematics, training, installation.
13.2 Must include a minimum one (1) year warranty on parts and labor.
13.3 Proponent must be capable of providing up to a total of 5 years of warranty. 
13.4 All applicable components must be Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) approved by the winning proponent prior to installation; or accepted equivalent.
13.5 All components proposed must be new. Refurbished instruments/components will not be accepted.
13.6 All installed systems must be either 110V or 230V, or capable of achieving said voltage with the use of a transformer.Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.

Opportunity closing date

22 October 2024

Value of contract

to be confirmed