EVOM TEER Measurement System

The Defense Health Agency is seeking to procure two Epithelial Voltohmmeter (EVOM) Auto V3 Transepithelial Electrical Resistance (TEER) Measurement Systems for the United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID). These specialized laboratory instruments are required for research in the Virology and Bacteriology Divisions, specifically for a Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Joint Sciences and Technology Office project involving organ tissue equivalent (OTE) transwells. The systems must meet specific Minimum Essential Characteristics, including 24-well high throughput screening capability, real-time cellular activity measurement, automation, and Corning 24-well plate compatibility. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement electronically to Ms. Lindsey Arthur by 12:00 PM Eastern on May 8, 2025, with submissions not exceeding five typed pages. The evaluation will focus on vendors' company details, contact information, business classification, and SAM registration status.

This procurement is not designated with a specific set-aside and falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334516 for Analytical Lab Instrument Manufacturing. The requested systems must include on-site installation and training, a two-year warranty, and shipping to Fort Detrick, Maryland. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement is limited to two measurement systems with precise technical requirements. The Request for Information (RFI) is explicitly stated as market research and does not guarantee a contract award. The procurement is structured to gather vendor capabilities for potential future contracting, with vendors expected to demonstrate their ability to meet the detailed technical specifications for these specialized laboratory measurement systems.