Nova Benchtop System
ID: PANMRA_24_P_0000_006494Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

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https://sam.gov/opp/69c14f981cca470a90109d07db6690cc/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is seeking information regarding the procurement of the Nova Benchtop System, intended for use by the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. This modular platform is designed for lipid nanoparticle production and is aimed at small to medium-scale applications, requiring specific operational capabilities such as varying syringe capacities, flow rates, and temperature ranges, along with essential mixing and sample collection modules. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit white papers electronically by December 23, 2024, detailing their commercial products that meet the outlined specifications, with confidentiality assured in the evaluation process. For further inquiries, respondents may contact Natalie Bethel at natalie.l.bethel2.civ@health.mil or Jennifer Hayden at jennifer.e.hayden.civ@health.mil.

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    The Request for Information (RFI) seeks input regarding the Nova Benchtop System, intended for potential procurement by the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. This modular platform facilitates lipid nanoparticle production and is designed for small to medium-scale applications. The RFI aims to gather information on commercial products that can meet specific operational requirements, including system specifications and essential hardware components. Respondents are encouraged to submit white papers electronically by December 23, 2024. The system must support various syringe capacities, flow rates, and temperature ranges, alongside necessary mixing and sample collection modules. Additionally, it should come with a dedicated laptop, software, training, and warranty support. This RFI reflects the government's intent to evaluate available technologies for research purposes while ensuring confidentiality in responses.
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