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- Solicitation number
- 75N95025Q00151
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This is a Purchase Description document for the acquisition of two types of laboratory vials by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS): Microwave Reaction Vials (MRVs) and High Recovery Vials (HRVs). The detailed requirements specify 1,000 Microwave Synthesis Vials (2-5ml) and 500 Low Volume Recovery Vials (30ml), each with specific characteristics including caps, stirrer bars, tare weight, and barcoding. The vials are intended to enhance laboratory efficiency by providing controlled heating, minimizing sample loss, and improving reaction and analysis processes.
The solicitation (Number 75N95025Q00151) is a non-competitive procurement targeting TWD TradeWinds, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, WI, with a sole source justification based on facility location and existing infrastructure. The government anticipates awarding a firm fixed-price purchase order within eight weeks of receipt, with delivery expected within eight weeks of purchase order issuance. The vials will be delivered to NCATS/NIH in Rockville, MD, and the procurement is conducted under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with an associated NAICS code of 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.
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Version 11-30-2016-1 FAR Part 11—Describing Agency Needs
PURCHASE DESCRIPTION
1. Statement of Need and Purpose:
Microwave Reaction Vials (MRVs):
• Purpose: The purpose of acquiring MRVs is to facilitate controlled and uniform heating, accelerating chemical reactions while maintaining safety in the laboratory environment.
• Statement of need: The objective of acquiring MRVs is to enhance the efficiency and speed of reactions, reduce energy consumption, and achieve consistent and reliable results in a shorter time frame.
High Recovery Vials (HRVs):
• Purpose: The purpose of acquiring HRVs is to preserve the integrity and volume of precious samples, ensuring accurate analysis and reducing the risk of contamination.
• Statement of need: The objective of acquiring HRVs is to improve the accuracy of experimental results, reduce sample loss, and enhance the reliability of data by maintaining sample quality throughout storage and handling.
By acquiring automatic MRVs and HRVs, ASPIRE program aims to streamline workflows, reduce manual intervention, and maintain high-quality analytical results, thereby supporting greater efficiency and scalability in our operations.
2. Background Information and Objective:
Microwave Reaction Vials (MRVs)
Background Information: Microwave Reaction Vials (MRVs) are specifically designed to withstand the extreme conditions of microwave-assisted reactions. These vials are made from materials that can endure high temperatures and pressures generated during rapid heating processes. They are commonly used in laboratories for accelerating chemical reactions in applications such as synthesis, digestion, and extraction. The use of microwave heating improves reaction efficiency by providing uniform and precise temperature control.
Objective of Acquiring MRVs: The primary objective of acquiring MRVs is to improve the efficiency and speed of chemical reactions, ensuring uniform heating and faster completion of experiments. By utilizing MRVs, laboratories can reduce energy consumption and processing time while maintaining consistent reaction conditions, ultimately improving the overall productivity and reliability of experimental outcomes.
High Recovery Vials (HRVs)
Background Information: High Recovery Vials (HRVs) are laboratory vials specifically designed to minimize sample loss during storage and handling. Made from high-quality glass or specialized polymers, these vials prevent contamination and evaporation, which is particularly critical when dealing with small or valuable samples. HRVs are commonly used in analytical laboratories for applications that require precise measurements, such as chromatography, sample analysis, and biological research.
Objective of Acquiring HRVs: The objective of acquiring HRVs is to ensure minimal sample loss, which is vital for obtaining accurate results in experiments involving trace quantities of compounds. These vials help maintain sample integrity by preventing evaporation and contamination, thereby improving the accuracy of measurements and the reliability of experimental data. By acquiring HRVs, laboratories can improve their overall analytical processes and make the most of valuable or limited samples.
3. Generic Name of Product: MRVs- Microwave Synthesis Vials
HRVs- Low Volume Recovery Vials
4. Purchase Description:
a. Microwave Reaction vials (MRV) 2-5ml, caps, Stirrer bars and barcoding
MRV-2-5ml-30x15&7mm-TARE-KIT-B
Biotage® 2-5ml MICROWAVE REACTION KIT. KIT INCLUDES: 2-5ml CLEAR GLASS
ROUND BOTTOM MICROWAVE VIALS (QTY: 100), ALUMINUM CAPS WITH SEPTA
(QTY:100) & MAGNETIC STIR BARS (QTY: 100). VIALS COME WITH permabond
30x15mm & 7mm CIRCLE MATCHING CERAMIC BARCODE/TEXT LABELS TO
CUSTOMER SPECIFICATIONS ON SIDE & BOTTOM OF GLASS LABWARE. VIALS WILL BE
TARE WEIGHED (WITHOUT CAPS) TO 4 DECIMAL PLACES.
b. High recovery Vials (HRV)- 30ml, caps, stirrer bars and barcoding
a. CLEAR GLASS 28x95mm HIGH RECOVERY VIALS WITH 24-400 GPI THREAD FINISH.VIALS COME WITH PermaBond 30x15mm & 7mm CIRCLE CERAMIC
MATCHING BARCODED LABELS APPLIED ON SIDE AND BOTTOM OF VIAL TO
CUSTOMER SPECIFICATION. VIALS WILL BE TARE WEIGHED
b. 24-400 BLACK CLOSED TOP PHENOLIC CAP WITH PTFE/14B RUBBER LINER.
200/CASE,
PRICE/CASE
c. S-SETUP-PermaBond
ONE TIME SET-UP CHARGE FOR PermaBond LABELING PER LABWARE/BARCODE
TYPE.
5. Salient characteristics : Both MRVs and HRVs Should have
a. Caps
b. Stirrer bars
c. Tared wt
d. Barcoded
6.Quantity: MRVs 2-5ml- qty-1000
HRVs 30ml-qty- 500
7. Delivery Date: Within 8 weeks of receipt of PO
8. Delivery Address:
NCATS/NIH
Carleen Klumpp-Thomas 9800 Medical Center Dr.
Bldg C1, Rm 118W Rockville, MD 20850
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