Microbial Flow Cell Sorter

The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Biosystems and Biomaterials Division in Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking a microbial flow cell sorter along with a service agreement to support advanced metrology efforts in biotechnology and bio-surveillance. The instrument must be capable of sorting small particles, particularly microbial cells, to enable precise validation of fluorescence flow cytometry techniques and to isolate cells based on biological function for downstream analysis and manipulation. This procurement is critical for enhancing the accuracy and reliability of biological measurements and reference materials developed by NIST. The solicitation, numbered 1333ND26QNB640406, is a combined contract opportunity with a response deadline of August 14, 2026, and is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA’s Small Business Set Aside program. It falls under NAICS code 334516 and is managed by the Department of Commerce through NIST. All performance and delivery must occur in Gaithersburg, MD, with primary point of contact Rene D. Edwards and secondary contact Robert Singman available for inquiries. The procurement reflects NIST’s commitment to advancing scientific standards through cutting-edge instrumentation and sustained technical support.