Bioruptor Plus Pico Sonication Device

The Bioruptor Plus Pico Sonication Device is being procured by the Department of Health and Human Services under solicitation number NHGRI-09201, with a response deadline of July 24, 2026. This all-in-one sonication system is specifically designed to meet the demands of high-throughput sample preparation, capable of processing 6 to 12 samples simultaneously with micro-volumes ranging from 5 µl to 2 ml. It is optimized for a diverse range of biological materials including DNA, RNA, chromatin, formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues, and plant samples, ensuring broad applicability across multiple research domains. Advanced timing control and an integrated cooling system maintain precise temperature regulation throughout sonication, preserving sample integrity and delivering consistent, reproducible fragmentation results critical for reliable data generation. The device's proven performance is supported by extensive validation in peer-reviewed literature, establishing its reputation for robustness and accuracy in laboratory settings. The procurement is administered by the National Institutes of Health under the Department of Health and Human Services, with the primary point of contact being Stacie Anderson at stacie.anderson@nih.gov and Robin Hairston as the secondary contact. The solicitation was posted on July 9, 2026, and the contract will be performed in Maryland, with the agency office located in Washington, D.C. The Bioruptor Plus Pico is selected for its ability to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance the quality and consistency of research outcomes, making it a strategic investment for scalable genomics and epigenomics studies. Its user-friendly design and versatility across sample types ensure it will serve as a core instrument in the laboratory’s molecular biology infrastructure.