Jess System Capillary Electrophloresis

The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, part of the National Institutes of Health within the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking to procure a Jess System capillary electrophoresis platform from ProteinSimple in San Jose, California. This specialized laboratory equipment is a capillary-based nano-immunoassay platform featuring advanced detection capabilities including chemiluminescent and two-color fluorescence detection. The procurement includes the complete system with one PC, Windows operating system, Compass software with a 10-seat license, one-year warranty with depot service, comprehensive training package covering system operations and applications, and shipping and handling services. This is being acquired through a non-competitive process as ProteinSimple is identified as the sole provider of this specialized equipment. The solicitation number is 75N94025Q00192, with quotes due by August 29, 2025 at 1200 EST, and interested parties should contact Kelly Robinson at Kelly.Robinson@nih.gov.

This opportunity operates under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with no set-aside designation for small businesses, making it unrestricted to all qualified vendors. The procurement involves acquiring one complete Jess System unit along with associated computer equipment and training services. The delivery is scheduled for July 23, 2025, with a performance period extending from September 8, 2025 through September 7, 2026. The contract falls under PSC code 6640 for Laboratory Equipment and Supplies, and the business size standard is set at 1,000 employees. While specific award values are not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement encompasses laboratory equipment, comprehensive training services, and transportation logistics as a complete package solution.