University of Alberta - Advanced Contract Award Notice / Notice of Proposed Procurement - ACAN 2026-0164 Integrated Single-Cell Spatial Mass Spectrometry Platform (timsTOF flex + 15T timsMRMS)

The Department recently looking for Integrated Single-Cell Spatial Mass Spectrometry Platform (timsTOF fleX+ 15T timsMRMS) only Bruker provides the specific integrated timsTOF fleX and timsMRMS configuration required to meet the project's technical specifications, including dual ESI/MALDI sources, high-resolution trapped ion mobility separation, and compatibility with the University's existing 15T FT-ICR magnet. Based on the technical justification provided, alternative suppliers cannot offer an equivalent integrated solution that meets all mandatory requirements while leveraging the existing infrastructure. Therefore, Bruker is identified as the only supplier capable of providing the required instrument configuration. Therefore, compatible products and services cannot be sourced from alternative suppliers. Based on the unique technical requirements of the research I will recommend Bruker Ltd.