NCI-09567 Combined Synopsis_Solicitation.docx

COMBINED SYNOPSIS / SOLICITATION – NCI 09567

🔹 1. General Information Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Posted Date: 08/27/2026 Response Due Date/Time: 09/08/2026 Set-Aside: NONE NAICS Code:

Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD

🔹 2. Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial [products/services] prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12and FAR Part 13, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.

This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for the following requirement:

The purpose of this project is to acquire one laboratory microtome for preparation of thin, reproducible tissue sections from paraffin-embedded specimens used in the Bladder Cancer Section's research. The microtome will support histologic evaluation, immunohistochemistry, and other tissue-based analyses needed to study mechanisms of resistance to antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in bladder tumors. A dedicated microtome is justified to enable timely, consistent in-house sectioning of valuable research specimens, reduce dependence on shared equipment or external sectioning, and improve experimental reproducibility and workflow efficiency.

The microtome must provide precise and reproducible section thickness control suitable for routine histology and research applications using paraffin-embedded tissue. The unit should provide stable specimen orientation and controlled sectioning, a secure blade holder with appropriate safety features, and an ergonomic design suitable for repeated laboratory use. Reliable mechanical performance is essential to produce intact, uniform tissue sections for downstream staining, imaging, and quantitative analysis.

🔹 3. Period of Performance (POP) The anticipated period of performance is:

· 09/11/26 - 09/10/27 The Government reserves the right to exercise options in accordance with FAR 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract.

🔹 4. Scope of Work Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform:

The vendor is expected to perform all services within 1 business day of pre-scheduled delivery of services. Remove any debris from location once unloading is complete.

🔹 5. Contract Type The Government anticipates award of a:

X Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) ☐ Time-and-Materials (T&M) ☐ Labor-Hour ☐ Other: [Specify]

🔹 6. Instructions to Offerors Offerors shall submit the following:

A. Technical Capability

· Description of experience performing similar work

· Approach to meeting requirements B. Price Proposal

· Provide pricing for:

· Total evaluated price C. Representations and Certifications

· Ensure active registration in System for Award Management (SAM) Submission Method: SAM.gov Submission Email: SAM.gov

🔹 7. Evaluation Criteria Award will be made on a:

Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Best Value Tradeoff The Government will evaluate:

· Technical Capability

· Past Performance (if applicable)

· Price

🔹 8. Applicable FAR Clauses The following provisions and clauses apply:

· FAR 52.212-1 – Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

· FAR 52.212-2 – Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

· FAR 52.212-4 – Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services

· FAR 52.212-5 – Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders

· FAR 52.217-5 – Evaluation of Options

· FAR 52.217-9 – Option to Extend the Term of the Contract

🔹 9. Questions All questions must be submitted by: 09/08/26

Questions shall be submitted via email to:

Abba Yousefi-Rad - abba.yousefi-rad@nih.gov

🔹 10. Point of Contact Name: Abbas Yousefi-Rad Title: Laboratory Technician Email: abbas.yousefi-rad@nih.gov Phone: N/A