Acquisition of one (1) Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 Real-Time PCR System for the Laboratory of Receptor Biology and Gene Expression Branch (LRBGE), Center for Cancer Research (CCR), National Cancer Institute (NCI)
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Cancer Institute (NCI), intends to acquire one Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 Real-Time PCR System for the Laboratory of Receptor Biology and Gene Expression Branch (LRBGE). This is a presolicitation non-competitive notice of intent to award a brand-name contract to Bio-Rad. Interested parties may submit capabilities by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The LRBGE requires this system to replace two 10-year-old, non-functional Bio-Rad CFX96 units that are no longer supported by the manufacturer. The new system will restore reliable real-time PCR capability for multiple users and ongoing research programs, including routine gene expression analysis, experimental quality control assays, and genomics workflows. The requested Bio-Rad CFX Opus 96 provides a 96-well, 5-color plus FRET, network-connected platform, including the base unit, cables, and CFX Maestro Software 2.3. Continued use of the Bio-Rad platform is crucial for maintaining compatibility with existing software, established protocols, instrument parameters, and currently held consumables, thereby avoiding costly revalidation, restandardization, and disruption to ongoing research.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation, Non-Competitive (Notice of Intent)
- NAICS Code: 325414 (Size Standard $1250)
- Regulatory Authority: FAR Subpart 13-Simplified Acquisition Procedures (not exceeding $350,000)
- Statutory Authority: FAR Part 13.106-1(b)(1) - Soliciting from a single source
- Set-Aside: N/A
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern time
- Published: June 4, 2026
Response Requirements
This synopsis is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond. Responses must contain sufficient information to establish bona-fide capabilities and include:
- Technical proposal
- Cost-price proposal
- Period of performance
- Unique Entity ID (UEI)
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
- Certification of business size All offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
The Government's determination not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is at its sole discretion. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to proceed on a non-competitive basis or to conduct a competitive procurement. Responses should reference solicitation number 75N98026Q00517 and be submitted electronically to Mr. James Law at James.Law@nih.gov.