66--NIMH: Purchase order for four (4) wireless fiber p

The National Institute of Mental Health is procuring four wireless fiber photometry systems and associated peripherals under solicitation number 75N98026Q00606, issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under full and open competition. The procurement supports neural activity measurement via calcium and neurotransmitter-specific sensors in freely moving animals, with specific focus on non-human primates, rats, and marmosets. The deliverables include two TeleFiOpto-set systems in standard configuration and two in dual position configuration, each comprising a headstage, receiver, charger, cannula, insertion tool, dummy headstage, software, remote controller, infrared emitter, and optogenetics stimulator. Additional required items are a six-channel hub on 1.5 m cables, a charger capable of simultaneously charging up to four headstages, and twelve large external batteries. Systems must support wireless recording during vertical movement, with a standard transmission range of 2 meters extendable to 5 meters via an additional antenna. The contract is unrestricted, not set aside for small businesses, and governed by FAR 52.212-4 and FAR 52.212-5 under the Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 effective March 13, 2026. The delivery destination is the NIMH facility at 35A Convent Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892, under FOB Destination terms, with delivery expected at multiple times after award. Proposals must be submitted via SAM.gov by July 2, 2026, and require active SAM registration, a valid UEI and TIN, business size certification, a completed FAR 52.212-3 form, and detailed pricing, delivery period, shipping costs, and F.O.B. point. Evaluation will be based on best value, considering price, technical capability, past performance, delivery schedule, warranty, lifecycle cost, maintenance availability, and environmental or energy efficiency. No additional contract clauses or DPAS requirements apply, and no packaging, inspection, or administration details beyond the stated terms were specified.