Scientific Equipment Installation and Calibration Services

The contract involves the on-site installation, calibration, and performance verification of the BD FACSMelody cell sorter at the National Institutes of Health facility in Bethesda, Maryland, with the goal of ensuring the instrument is fully operational and seamlessly integrated into existing research workflows. This work requires precision technical expertise to meet stringent scientific standards, including verification of sorting accuracy, fluidics performance, and electronic system integrity, all conducted at the NIH site to minimize downtime and maximize readiness for critical biological research applications. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 811212, with a response deadline of July 30, 2026, and a posting date of July 21, 2026. Performance is to occur exclusively at the NIH campus in Bethesda, with no specified set-aside status or agency organizational details provided beyond the overarching Department of Health and Human Services. The scope demands full accountability for system functionality upon completion, requiring detailed documentation of all installation steps and calibration results to support compliance, audit readiness, and long-term instrument reliability within a high-throughput research environment.