R1247-iCell Induced Excitatory Neurons GRN R493X and 6 more items

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University awarded a contract to Irvine Scientific on August 21, 2026, with a cumulative value of $7,427.00. The contract encompasses the procurement of specialized cellular biology products and related supplies for delivery to the Department Shared facility in Virginia. The prime contractor will deliver these materials to a shared department location accessible via phone at (540) 231-9308.

The contract line items consist of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cellular products, including iCell Induced Excitatory Neurons, iCell Microglia Kits, and associated culture media and supplements. Specifically, the award includes one unit each of iCell Induced Excitatory Neurons GRN R493X ($2,095), iCell Induced Excitatory Neurons Kit ($1,495), and iCell Microglia Kit ($1,767), along with supporting consumables: five units of iCell Microglia Supplement A at $175 each, three units of iCell Neural Base Medium 1 at $95 each, and three units of iCell Neural Supplement A at $165 each. The contract also includes shipping and handling charges of $415. These products are intended to support research activities within Virginia's higher education sector.