MCLANE RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC.

MCLANE RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC. specializes in the design, integration, and field deployment of advanced imaging flow cytometry systems for environmental and aerospace scientific research. The company delivers end-to-end solutions for high-resolution microbial and phytoplankton analysis, leveraging Imaging Flow Cytobot (IFCB) technology to enable real-time, in situ characterization of marine microorganisms. Their technical expertise spans optical instrumentation, automated image processing, environmental sensor integration, and data acquisition systems tailored for oceanographic and planetary science applications. A key differentiator is their ability to bridge laboratory-grade analytical precision with ruggedized field deployment, ensuring reliable performance in harsh marine and space environments. They focus on developing instrumentation that transforms raw optical data into biologically meaningful insights, supporting ecological monitoring and planetary exploration missions. The contractor maintains a strong track record with the Department of Commerce, particularly through NOAA and related oceanographic divisions, where they provide critical instrumentation for phytoplankton community analysis and marine ecosystem monitoring. They also deliver specialized research and development services to NASA, supporting space science missions requiring autonomous, high-fidelity biological sensing systems. Their relationship with these agencies is defined by mission-critical instrumentation procurement and scientific support for environmental observation platforms. Their primary industry focus is in physical and life sciences R&D (NAICS 541715), with complementary expertise in manufacturing precision measurement instruments (NAICS 334513). They position themselves as a niche provider of scientific instrumentation that bridges environmental monitoring and space exploration, serving federal agencies requiring robust, field-deployable analytical tools for biological sensing. As a Women-Owned Small Business and Woman-Owned Business certified firm based in East Falmouth, Massachusetts, MCLANE RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC. operates with a lean, specialized structure focused on high-value scientific instrumentation. Their certifications affirm their commitment to diversity in federal contracting and enhance their standing as a trusted small business partner in mission-critical research domains.