Purchase of an automated pipetting instrument that can manipulate small volumes and interface with 96-well and 384-well plates.
ID: 80NSSC24884087QType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fc7fe8268d014435950895d7bcc5b371/view
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    Description

    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure an automated pipetting instrument capable of manipulating small volumes and interfacing with 96-well and 384-well plates. This equipment is essential for high-throughput biochemistry assays, requiring precise handling of liquid volumes ranging from 0.5 to 300 microliters, with strict accuracy and precision specifications. The selected vendor must ensure delivery to NASA Ames Research Center within 30 days of ordering, with offers due by September 23, 2024. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Kacey Hickman via email by September 22, 2024, and must be registered at www.sam.gov to submit their proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    kacey Hickman
    kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0036724 Tab 04 4 SOW.pdf
    NASA's work package project EPDEL seeks to acquire an automated pipetting instrument for high-throughput biochemistry assays. The required equipment must manipulate small liquid volumes with capabilities for multichannel pipetting between 96-well and 384-well plates. Specifications dictate that the instrument should handle volumes from 0.5 to 300 microliters, maintaining accuracy below 10% for smaller quantities and below 5% for larger volumes. It must also exhibit <5% precision across all volumes and operate autonomously for efficient liquid handling. The vendor is responsible for the installation or must provide detailed setup instructions to ensure compliance with operational standards. The equipment is to be delivered to NASA Ames Research Center within 30 days of ordering, emphasizing the project’s urgency in enhancing laboratory efficiency and productivity.
    SATPC0036724 Tab 10 Open Market RFQ.pdf
    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 80NSSC24884087Q for an automated pipetting instrument. This solicitation is divided into five sections, including the Statement of Work, Offeror Instructions, Solicitation Provisions, and Evaluation Criteria. The procurement is designated for small businesses and requires offers to be submitted by September 23, 2024. Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov and submit contact details for follow-up. Questions must be directed to Kacey Hickman via email by September 22, 2024. The procurement adheres to various Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and clauses regarding telecommunications, commercial products, and small business representations. Notably, the RFQ includes provisions addressing responsible contract practices, child labor laws, and the prohibition of contracting with entities engaged with certain countries. This solicitation underlines the government's commitment to transparency and compliance within the contracting process, requiring thorough documentation and certifications from all bidders.
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