Combined Synopsis solicitation-Fiber Photometry Sy

The National Institutes of Health, Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, seeks a fiber photometry system for the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) with responses due July 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. This is a streamlined combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products under FAR 12.603, full and open competition, not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, with no small business set-aside.

Delivery is required to NIH/NIDA, 251 Bayview Boulevard, Suite 200, BRC Building Room 07A205, Baltimore, Maryland 21224, with a 10–12 week delivery window after award. The requirement calls for one iConQZ-6 Z-Series 6-Module Interface Console with RZ Processor and Quad DSP; four iX7 Integrated Lux Photometry Interfaces with 6-Port Optical Manifold; one LxPM2 External Power Meter; and a 100% trade-in of the existing system. The system must deliver 6 LED outputs, 4 sensor inputs, up to 32 channels for electrophysiology support, and amplified fluorophore response in real-time to facilitate higher throughput and integration of optogenetics with single- or two-color fiber photometry. The contract will be firm fixed-price awarded to the responsible offeror providing best value. Evaluation factors include price, technical capability, past performance, and delivery schedule. The contract includes a 5-year warranty on parts and labor. Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov and provide UEI, TIN, and business size certification. NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing; PSC code is 6640, Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. Contact John Johnson, Program Specialist, johnsonjr@mail.nih.gov or 667-312-5580.