Supply of Promega Maxwell RSC 48 Liquid Handling System

The contract is for the procurement and delivery of a Promega Maxwell RSC 48 automated liquid handling system, specifically designed for high-throughput DNA extraction from environmental DNA samples, to be installed and validated at NOAA’s Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory. The system will enable efficient, scalable processing of eDNA samples critical to marine research and monitoring efforts, with full technical acceptance required upon installation to ensure operational readiness and performance compliance. The subsystem is intended for routine use in a laboratory environment where precision, reliability, and reproducibility are essential for scientific integrity. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Commerce, with a NAICS code of 334516 indicating classification within laboratory machinery manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 2, 2026, with responses due by July 17, 2026, allowing vendors a two-week window to submit proposals. Performance will occur at NOAA’s PMEL facility, though the exact location details are not specified. The procurement requires not only the physical delivery of the equipment but also comprehensive installation, calibration, and demonstration of system functionality to meet predefined acceptance criteria, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows and adherence to NOAA’s operational standards.