Innova® S44i, refrigerated, stackable shaker incubators

The National Institutes of Health, Office of Logistics and Acquisition Operations seeks to procure Innova® S44i refrigerated, stackable shaker incubators for the NIH/NIEHS facility in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, with proposals due September 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM Eastern time. This is a non-competitive procurement intended for award to Eppendorf North America, Inc., though the Government reserves the right to conduct competitive procurement based on responses received.

Place of performance is Durham, NC 27709. The equipment will support molecular genetics research focused on genome integrity, growing microbial cultures at controlled temperatures from 4°C to 80°C. The Innova S44i units feature high-capacity designs accommodating up to 39×1L or 15×2.5L flasks, stackable three high while operating at speeds up to 400 rpm, and include advanced controls with touchscreen interface (VisioNize), remote monitoring capabilities, and optional photosynthetic LED lighting.

The procurement is classified under NAICS 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with PSC 6640, Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. Award value does not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold of $350,000, and will be firm-fixed-price using lowest-price technically acceptable evaluation. Responses must include technical and cost-price proposals, period of performance, UEI, TIN, business size certification, and pricing details including unit price, list price, shipping and handling costs, delivery timeframe, and F.O.B. terms. All offerors must maintain active SAM registration. Evaluation criteria are equipment capability, warranty and maintenance coverage, delivery, price, past performance, and technical capability. Questions should be directed to Luz Casey at Luz.Casey@nih.gov.