Supply of 96-Well WHITE MEA Plates

The contract outlines the supply of Cytoview 96-well WHITE MEA plates specifically designed for use with Axion Biosystems platforms to enable combined electrophysiology and optical imaging applications. These plates, identified as M768-tMEA-96W, are critical for high-throughput cellular analysis requiring synchronous electrical and optical data collection, making them essential tools in neuroscientific and pharmaceutical research. The agreement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside category, ensuring eligibility and preference for small business concerns as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 325998 categorizes this procurement under miscellaneous chemical product manufacturing, aligning with the specialized nature of the biosensor plates being procured. The solicitation was posted on July 6, 2026, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026, at 3:30 PM, indicating a limited window for potential vendors to submit bids. The contracting entity is the FDA Office of Acquisition and Grant Services within the Department of Health and Human Services, underscoring the government’s interest in acquiring these specialized laboratory tools for regulatory science and research purposes. No specific point of contact or detailed place of performance is provided, suggesting the deliverables will be distributed to FDA-managed facilities or contracted research centers. The procurement supports mission-critical activities involving cellular monitoring and functional tissue analysis, requiring precise compatibility with existing Axion platform hardware and software ecosystems.