Specifications.docx

Equipment Requirements:

1)Must be compatible with kit-based reagents for analyzing both RNA and DNA samples.

2)Must possess an automated sample loading mechanism.

3)Must possess a minimum of 16 channels to facilitate high throughput sample evaluation.

4)Must exhibit an analysis time of no more than 20 minutes for 16 samples.

5)Must be capable of performing analysis of sample volumes equal to or less than 1 μl.

6)Must be capable of evaluating samples ranging from 0.035 kbp to 60 kbp in length.

7)Must be capable of evaluating samples with concentrations ranging between 0.01 ng/μl and 100 ng/μl.

8)Must report metrics for sample size, sample concentration, and sample integrity.

9)Must include a laptop computer and all instrument control, data analysis, and reporting software.

10)Must possess a small footprint of no more than 24 inches deep x 12 inches wide.

11)Price must include shipping to destination, minimum one year warranty, installation charges, and instrument training.