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Acquisition of a new plate reader

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The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting the acquisition of a new plate reader under NAICS code 334516, which pertains to laboratory analytical instrument manufacturing. Nick Sartain is listed as both the Program Point of Contact and the Contracting Officer, with his email address provided for inquiries related to this opportunity. Although no solicitation number has been issued and the posted date reflects a default system value, this forecast indicates the agency’s intent to procure equipment likely used for laboratory testing and analysis. The place of performance and organizational details are not specified, suggesting that the final location and contracting structure may be determined during the subsequent solicitation phase. This acquisition is not currently set aside for any specific small business category, and no additional information on deadlines, quantities, or technical specifications is available at this forecast stage.

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FDA forecasts procurement of a laboratory plate reader; Nick Sartain is point of contact.

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Food and Drug Administration → Food And Drug AdministrationView Agency

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334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

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AgencyFood and Drug Administration → Food And Drug Administration

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Acquisition of a new plate reader

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