5 Laser Spectral Cell Sorter

This pre-solicitation notice seeks a 5 Laser Spectral Cell Sorter for the Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Heart Lung and Blood Institute. The agency intends to procure a cell sorter capable of separating cells using five lasers and spectral detection to identify cell populations. Proposals will be evaluated based on the technical specifications and capabilities of the offered equipment. Questions regarding this requirement are due by September 1, 2023, with responses provided shortly thereafter to allow sufficient time for offerors to submit proposals by the due date.

There is no set-aside designation for this procurement. The anticipated NAICS code is 334516, and PSC code is 6520, representing analytical laboratory instruments. As the incumbent and likely offerors, BD Biosciences and Beckman Coulter should be prepared to submit proposals describing how their cell sorting platforms would meet this requirement. While budget and award details are not yet available, a quantity of one instrument is required to support ongoing research, with delivery and installation expected within six months of award.