NINDS-09281 Combined Synopsis_Solicitation.docx

COMBINED SYNOPSIS / SOLICITATION – NINDS 09281

🔹 1. General Information Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Posted Date: 09/11/2026 Response Due Date/Time: 09/21/2026 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:

This requirement is for the procurement of proprietary genomics consumables manufactured by 10x Genomics, Inc., including the GEM-X Epi Multiome system and associated kits. The items to be acquired consist of the GEM-X Epi Multiome, 16 samples (Catalog #1000979), GEM-X Epi Multiome Chip Kit, 4 chips (Catalog #1000951), Single Index Kit N Set A (Catalog #1000212), and 10x Magnetic Separator B (1000394). These products are designed specifically for use with 10x Genomics platforms and are required to support multiomic sequencing workflows.

The required products must possess specific functional and performance characteristics to meet the Government’s needs. The consumables and associated equipment must be fully compatible with existing 10x Genomics instrumentation and workflows and enable simultaneous epigenomic and transcriptomic profiling from the same biological sample. The system must support high-throughput processing of up to 16 samples per kit and utilize proprietary reagents that ensure data quality and reproducibility.

Additionally, the consumables must be single-use, as required by the manufacturer, and designed to integrate seamlessly with existing laboratory protocols without modification. The magnetic separation equipment must be specifically designed for use with 10x Genomics workflows and enable efficient and reliable bead-based separation steps required in the protocol. These characteristics are essential to maintain continuity of ongoing research and ensure accurate and reliable experimental results.

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

· 09/25/26 - 09/24/27 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: 09/21/26

Questions shall be submitted via email to:

David Talmage, David.talmage@nih.gov

🔹 10. Point of Contact Name: David Talmage Title: Technical POC Email: Davis.Talmage@nih.gov Phone: N/A