Purchase of Genomics High-Throughput Robotics System.

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting the purchase of a Firefly Genomics Robotics System from SPT Labtech to support high-throughput genomics workflows. This acquisition is intended to enhance the agency’s laboratory capabilities in processing and analyzing genetic samples with increased precision, speed, and automation. The system will be deployed to enable scalable, reliable genomic research and testing essential for regulatory science, public health surveillance, and product safety evaluations. The North American Industry Classification System code 334516 indicates this procurement falls under laboratory machinery and equipment manufacturing. The contract opportunity is posted under the agency’s procurement forecasting system, signaling intent to acquire the system in the future, though no formal solicitation number or set-aside details are currently available. The point of contact for program inquiries is the Hfp Acquisition Liaison at hfpacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the Contracting Officer position remains to be determined. The place of performance and specific delivery location have not been designated, but the equipment will likely be installed at an FDA laboratory facility to support mission-critical genomics applications. The procurement timeline and budget details are not yet public but are anticipated to be released through a subsequent formal solicitation.