FORMULATRIX F. A. S. T. Liquid Handler

The Walter Reed Army Institute for Research (WRAIR) Medical Readiness Systems Biology Branch, acting through the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA), is seeking a FORMULATRIX F.A.S.T. (Flow Axial Seal Tip) Liquid Handler, an automated liquid transfer system designed to work with OLINK Signature Q100 instruments. The equipment must meet specific Minimum Essential Characteristics (MECs) including precise dimensional constraints (532mm W x 403mm H x 596mm D), weight not exceeding 18kg, and dispensing capabilities ranging from 0.1 to 13 microliters with a coefficient of variation of 5% or better. Critical technical requirements include tip position sensors, collision detection, positive displacement disposable tips, open API for third-party integration, web browser-based controls compatible with Google Chrome 91 or higher, and validation for OLINK workflows including Signature Q100 compatibility. This is a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought (SS) notification for planning and market research purposes only, not a binding solicitation; vendors must submit capability statements or fact sheets addressing the MECs by March 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST to herbert.e.keen.civ@health.mil or lance.l.nowell.civ@health.mil. No evaluation results will be provided to respondents, and non-response does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and represents an RFI without a specific contract award value or budget range being disclosed. The opportunity does not identify any incumbent contractors or current vendors. The equipment must be delivered to Robert Grant Ave, BLDG 503-Ground West 47, Silver Spring, MD 20910-7500, and the procurement package includes the F.A.S.T. Instrument V2 with 96-channel head, controlling software with associated license, OLINK Installation and Operational Qualifications, plate adapters, 110-240V power supply, and on-site user training. The applicable NAICS code is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), and the Product Service Code is 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies). Interested vendors have until March 10, 2026 to submit their responses, with capability statements or fact sheets limited to three pages (excluding cover pages).