ContractCombined Synopsis/Solicitation8(a) Sole Source

​Consol Tower Sterilizer​

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 75N98026Q00400
Response Deadline
Jun 1, 2026
12 days left
Days Remaining
12
Until deadline
Set-Aside
8(a) Sole Source
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of NIH within HHS, is seeking to procure a Consol Tower Sterilizer for Building 5 to replace an aging, high-use autoclave. The requirement is for a dual-chamber, stackable sterilizer with specified chamber dimensions and materials, a hinged manual door, integrated touchscreen controls, programmable cycles, data export capability, and a starter kit. It must fit existing space constraints and include high-vacuum sterilization, water and energy efficiency features, and safety/compliance elements such as ASME U-1, UL, and cUL certification, with performance in Maryland. The purchase is structured as a firm fixed-price order with delivery within 90 days, turnkey installation, de-installation of the old unit, and single lump-sum payment.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334516
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC Code
6640
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
SON for Consol Tower Sterilizer.pdf
PDF203 KBMay 19, 2026
AI Summary
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) seeks to procure a Consol Tower Sterilizer, specifically a dual-chamber stackable autoclave, for Building 5. This Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order is driven by the need to replace an aging, high-usage unit, which is over 20 years old and frequently requires repairs. The new sterilizer must be a stackable unit to fit existing space constraints and configuration. Key requirements include specific chamber dimensions and materials, a hinged manual door, integrated control system with a 7-inch touchscreen and 50 programmable cycles, data monitoring capabilities via a thermal printer and USB, a high-vacuum sterilization system, water and energy efficiency features, and safety certifications (ASME U-1, UL, cUL). The order includes delivery within 90 days, turnkey installation (receiving, uncrating, setting, leveling, assembly, utility connections, start-up, user training, debris removal), and de-installation of the old unit. Payment will be a single lump sum.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 19, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 1, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 1, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Sub-Tier
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
Office
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAO

Point of Contact

Name
John Burton

Place of Performance

Maryland, UNITED STATES

Official Sources