1 flow cytometer to detect and measure the physical and chemical characteristics of a population of cells or particles.
ID: 80NSSC25897034QType: Special Notice
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

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2258b51021ab407ba5331a6034be8e7c/view
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    Description

    NASA's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking to procure one flow cytometer to detect and measure the physical and chemical characteristics of cell populations, with operational activities to be conducted at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The flow cytometer must meet specific technical requirements, including four laser wavelengths and stringent performance metrics, to support NASA's research initiatives. This procurement is expected to be a sole source contract awarded to Beckman Coulter, Inc., as they are the exclusive provider of this equipment, although interested organizations are invited to submit their qualifications by 1 p.m. Central Time on March 11, 2025, for potential evaluation of competitive procurement. For inquiries, interested parties may contact Cara Craft at cara.s.craft@nasa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cara Craft
    cara.s.craft@nasa.gov
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    SATPC0037770 Tab 04 4 SOW .pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for procuring a flow cytometer designed to analyze the physical and chemical properties of cells or particles. The cytometer features four laser wavelengths—405 nm (violet), 488 nm (blue), 561 nm (yellow-green), and 638 nm (red)—with varying power outputs. It incorporates fixed integrated optics with a quartz flow cell having specific dimensions and high numerical aperture. Key performance metrics include side scatter resolutions of <300 nm and <80 nm for specific wavelengths and a low carryover rate of <1.0% for single tube and <0.5% for plate loader formats. The document specifies physical dimensions of the cytometer and related components, weights, power requirements (100–240 V), and an operational temperature range of 15-27 °C. This request for proposals (RFP) likely aims to acquire advanced laboratory equipment to support government research initiatives, ensuring compliance with stringent technical criteria.
    SATPC0037770 Tab 07 Capability Statement FBO Posting.pdf
    NASA's National Space Science Data Center (NSSC) requires a cytometer for detecting and measuring the physical and chemical properties of cell populations. A sole source contract is expected to be awarded to Beckman Coulter, Inc., as they are deemed the exclusive provider of this equipment. The procurement will adhere to FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 guidelines, with operational activities occurring at the Johnson Space Center. The applicable NAICS code for this acquisition is 334516. Interested organizations are invited to submit their qualifications by 1 p.m. Central Time on March 11, 2025, for the purpose of evaluating the need for competitive procurement. The government's decision to conduct a full competition remains at its discretion. Contact for inquiries is Cara Craft at NASA. The document underscores NASA's initiative to acquire essential commercial items while also providing a clear pathway for potential vendors to express their capabilities.
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