Microplate Based Respirometry System
ID: 1333MG25R0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAAKANSAS CITY, MO, 64106, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5afe75cf459d44a88413a968299af9b2/view
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    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is conducting market research to identify potential sources for a microplate-based respirometry system, aimed at evaluating the impacts of environmental stressors on aquatic organisms. The desired system should facilitate detailed oxygen consumption measurements from small aquatic life in a high-throughput setting, featuring capabilities for real-time data collection and user-friendly software, with an expansion capacity of up to 240 wells. This procurement is crucial for advancing NOAA’s ecological research to support coastal communities effectively. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their capability statements and documentation comments to Scott Beliveau at scott.beliveau@noaa.gov by 9:00 a.m. Eastern on November 12, 2024, noting that this notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals or quotes.

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    Scott Beliveau
    scott.beliveau@noaa.gov
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    The NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science is seeking to acquire a microplate-based respirometry system for evaluating the impacts of environmental stressors on aquatic organisms. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify potential suppliers that can meet specific technical requirements and provide domestically manufactured equipment. The desired instrument should enable detailed oxygen consumption measurements from small aquatic life in a high-throughput setting, with capabilities for real-time data collection and user-friendly software. Key specifications include the capacity to expand to 240 wells, compatibility with standard voltages, and a reliable warranty for maintenance support. Following delivery, the selected vendor will be responsible for installation, training NOAA staff on the equipment, and ensuring optimal system performance. This initiative is pivotal for advancing NOAA’s ecological research to support coastal communities effectively. Interested vendors must respond by November 12, 2024, emphasizing that this notice is for market research only, and no contract will be awarded based on the responses.
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