Supply of Precision Insect Cell Shaker System

The contract involves the procurement, configuration, and delivery of a floor-standing insect cell shaker system designed specifically for biomolecular research applications. The system must offer precise temperature and shaking control, incorporating a cooling function, and be compatible with both 3-liter and 5-liter flasks to accommodate varying experimental volumes. It is meant to support advanced laboratory processes requiring controlled cultivation environments for insect cells. This subcontract, issued by the National Institutes of Health under the Department of Health and Human Services, is a total small business set-aside opportunity in line with FAR 19.5 regulations. The solicitation was posted on May 18, 2026, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026. The place of performance is Bethesda, Maryland, and the procurement falls under NAICS code 333318, which covers manufacturing of commercial and service industry machinery. This contract priority emphasizes the need for specialized, high-precision equipment to enhance research capabilities in a government-funded scientific environment.