Scientifica Manipulator Control System or equal
ID: 75N95024Q00470SBType: Sources Sought
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIDABethesda, MD, 20892, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)
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    Sources Sought HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH: The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is seeking a Scientifica Manipulator Control System or equivalent for its Laboratory of Circuits, Synapses, and Molecular Signaling (LCSMS). This system is needed to further ongoing research on synaptic transmission, neuronal excitability, neuromodulation, and neural circuit activity in animal models. The manipulator system must have the capability to hold a micro electrode for single-cell or axonal recordings on brain slices and move the manipulators with electrodes through 3-D dimensional spaces. The required quantity includes two manipulator control boxes, two control cubes, and one PatchPad controller. Delivery is expected within 90 days after receipt of order. Small businesses capable of meeting the project requirements are encouraged to submit their capability statements and contact information to the Contracting Officer by 7/29/2024, 9:00 A.M., Eastern Time.

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