Scientific Imaging Scan Module Supply

The contract involves the supply of an RGB scan module designed to enhance the multicolor imaging capabilities of the LSM990 confocal system, enabling advanced scientific visualization and data acquisition for biomedical research. The module is critical for improving spectral resolution and simultaneous detection of multiple fluorescent labels within live or fixed samples, supporting high-precision imaging applications in cell biology, developmental studies, and neuroscientific investigations. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under the National Institutes of Health, specifically through the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, with performance required in Bethesda, Maryland, at a ZIP code of 20892. The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development seeks a qualified vendor to deliver this specialized hardware component aligned with stringent technical and performance specifications to ensure seamless integration into existing LSM990 platforms. The opportunity was posted on July 27, 2026, with a response deadline set for August 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM, indicating a limited window for submission and evaluation. The North American Industry Classification System code 334516 identifies the procurement as pertaining to commercial and industrial machinery and equipment manufacturing, specifically optical instrument and lens manufacturing. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to all eligible businesses regardless of size or status. The place of performance is fixed in Bethesda, Maryland, suggesting that the supplier must either be located nearby or capable of delivering and potentially installing or calibrating the module on-site. Despite the absence of a designated point of contact, interested parties are expected to reference the SAM.gov link for full solicitation details and submission guidelines.