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Helium-3

Description: McMaster University (Hamilton, Ontario) issued an open Request for Proposals (solicitation number JC 04-26-1125) for the supply of high-purity Helium-3 (He-3) needed to operate a neutron detector as part of a new neutron powder diffractometer under construction at the McMaster Nuclear Reactor. The agreement has a four-year term, requiring delivery of 300 bar-litres of Helium-3 in the first three years and 50 bar-litres in year four, with delivery to Ontario. The procurement is supported by the CFI Innovation Fund project 'Building a Future for Canadian Neutron Scattering'.

Buyer: Mcmaster University
HigherEducation · ON, CA
Released: Jul 28, 2026
Closes: Aug 31, 2026(21 days left)

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Michael McGillionActing Vice-Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences and Executive Director, School of Nursing

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Arlene Fajutrao DosenAssistant Dean and Executive Director, Student Success

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Sash VaidAssistant Professor, Accounting, DeGroote School of Business

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