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This Solicitation opportunity from North Carolina was posted on March 17, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Automated Live-Cell Imaging System

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63-ARM1165348State & Local

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NC State University's Plants for Human Health Institute is requesting proposals for an Automated Live-Cell Imaging System designed for use in an incubator or controlled-environment setting. The solicitation, identified by number 63-ARM1165348, was posted on March 17, 2026, with a submission deadline of March 30, 2026. The contract is issued by North Carolina State University, categorized under the State and Local Entity (SLED) organization type, with performance expected within North Carolina. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond promptly due to the short timeline. The system sought must support automated imaging capabilities suitable for live-cell analysis under controlled environmental conditions, important for advanced biological and health-related research. The primary contact for the solicitation is Jessica Bowley, and additional details can be accessed through the university’s official solicitation portal.

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NC State seeks automated live-cell imaging system for controlled environments; proposals due March 30, 2026.

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AgencyNorth Carolina State University
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OfficeNC, USA
Organization / AgencyNorth Carolina State University
Office AddressNC, USA
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Jessica Bowley

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NC State University's Plants for Human Health Institute is seeking an Automated Live-Cell Imaging System suitable for incubator or controlled-environment use.

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