The University of Ottawa Hybrid Interfaces and Intelligent Thin-Films (HIIT) project is seeking a proponent that has extensive experience in printing technologies as applied to scientific materials and devices to provide consulting services in the custom design of laboratory printing equipment needs for nanomaterials and quantum dots research devices.
Center for Hybrid Interfaces and Intelligent Thin-Films (HIIT) is a partnership between academia and industry to bring transformational advances in hybrid thin films and devices as well as convergence with more established technologies such as bulk semiconductors. HIIT will accelerate the translation from materials development to prototype production by providing world-class expertise and infrastructure required to tailor and process advanced hybrid thin films and interfaces. Understanding the interactions between thin films of various hybrid materials, such as organic-inorganic, organic-metal, and high throughput, low-cost, and low-power consumption roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing approaches will offer Canada and the world revolutionary innovations in technology that will bring tremendous positive economic, health, social, and environmental impacts. Innovations include the realization of low cost smart labels that detect food spoilage and air borne pathogens; biometric sensors integrated into textiles that can identify disease in human sweat for early detection and prevention, and more. HIIT will provide HQP a unique strategic education resting on multidisciplinary integration of basic scientific knowledge, foundational technologies, and engineered systems. This is instrumental in filling the skilled-worker gap in relevant job sectors. HIIT is an indispensable resource that highlights the cutting-edge research capabilities in Canada.
The proponent is expected to actively assist in and propose designs for our research needs. The proposed solutions can be fully stand-alone system/systems, desktop, and/or combination of both. In doing so, the proponent will engage in the design, market research, helping the University of Ottawa Procurement Services Request for Proposal (RFP) of equipment drafting, evaluation support, and initial equipment acceptance, setup, validation, and training. Furthermore, it is desired that robotic interaction within a printing system be used in the proposed solution. The proponent is expected to assist in the design and selection of the particular robot arm that best suits the overall laboratory custom designed printers (inkjet/aerosol and roll to roll printing).
1. Scope of Services and Deliverables
The Services and Deliverables to be provided by the proponent will include the following:
The proponent is expected to actively assist in and propose designs for our research needs. The proposed solutions can be fully stand-alone system/systems, desktop, and/or combination of both. In doing so, the proponent will engage in the design, market research, helping the University of Ottawa Procurement Services Request for Proposal (RFP) of equipment drafting, evaluation support, and initial equipment acceptance, setup, validation, and training. Furthermore, it is desired that robotic interaction within a printing system be used in the proposed solution. The proponent is expected to assist in the design and selection of the particular robot arm that best suits the overall laboratory custom designed printers (inkjet/aerosol and roll to roll printing).
2. General Deliverables
The below is a non-exhaustive list of the activities the proponent must deliver (with the support of the University of Ottawa representatives). The proponent must:
- Meet with the University of Ottawa HIIT representative on a regular basis to provide updates on the ongoing work and flag any risk and challenges that may be encounter.
- Understand the research objectives and projects needs and adjust according to the findings and discussions with the University of Ottawa HIIT representatives.
- Propose solutions according research objectives and project’s needs:
- Lead the market research.
- Lead the design phase of the proposed solution.
- Develop project methodology and implementation.
- Provide proof of concept
- Equipment acquisition:
- Participate in the equipment RFx (e.g., Request for Proposal) documents drafting.
- Participate in the evaluation and selection of the RFx proposed solutions.
- Equipment installation, acceptance, and setup:
- Participate in the equipment installation with equipment Vendors.
- Participate in the equipment acceptance with equipment Vendors.
- Lead the final setup, validation and training of the proposed solution.
- Provide training, maintenance and troubleshooting manuals and documentation.
3. Term
The timeline of the project is for a period of 18 months. The project timeline might not be for a continuous 18 months and could be broken according to the University of Ottawa HIIT needs. For example, Procurement activities (e.g., Public Tendering Process, equipment manufacturer lead time) for the acquisitions of equipment might create downtime.
4. Work Location
Hybrid format, mostly offsite.
5. Working Hours
The proponent normal working hours are between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive, Ottawa, ON local time. If required, the proponent must provide Services outside of these normal working hours and on non-Business Day. The proponent will not be entitled to charge more than the Fixed Price or Per Diem Rate, in case of a Change Order only, as set out in the applicable SOW as a result of providing Services outside of normal working hours or on a non-Business Day.
6. Administrative Services and Supplies
All administrative services and supplies used by the proponent to complete the Services will be provided to the University at no additional charge.
7. Travel and Accommodation Expenses
The University will be responsible for any travel or accommodation expenses incurred by the proponent. All expenses must be confirmed and approved in advance by an authorized University representative. Proponent should not include such expenses as part of the “Fixed Daily Rates” pricing (Appendix D-1 - Financial Submission).
8. Billing and Payment Process
Payment schedule to be discussed with the proponent.
