Hyperspectral Photodetector Module Supply

The contract involves the supply of a multichannel hyperspectral photodetector module specifically designed for integration into flow cytometers, which are instruments used for biological measurement applications at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This subcontract falls under the NAICS code 334516, which relates to the manufacturing of instruments and related products. The solicitation was posted on May 15, 2026, with responses due by May 29, 2026, indicating a narrow window for proposal submissions. The place of performance is Gaithersburg, Maryland, where NIST is located, signifying the delivery and deployment of the photodetector module will occur at this site. The contract is issued by the Department of Commerce, under which NIST operates, highlighting the federal government’s role in advancing scientific instrumentation capabilities. There is no specific set-aside status indicated, and further details such as a point of contact or organization type were not provided. The module is intended to enhance the functionality of flow cytometers by enabling hyperspectral detection, an advanced imaging technique relevant for detailed biological analysis.