FDA Berthold Centro or equal microplate luminometer

Background
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), specifically the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), requires a microplate luminometer for the Laboratory of Hepatitis Viruses (LHV). This acquisition is essential as the existing luminometer is no longer operational. The new device will support studies that measure luminescence from infected or transfected cells, which is critical for assessing levels of expression or infection.

Work Details
The contract is for one Berthold Centro microplate luminometer or an equivalent model capable of reading 96-well plates. The luminometer must meet the following technical specifications:
- Suitable laboratory footprint for benchtop installation
- Injection system for luciferase reagent delivery with variable volume
- Minimum of 2 injectors with selectable volume
- Spectral range of 340-630nm
- Sensitivity readings of less than 5 amol ATP per well
- Capability to detect less than 2 Zeptomoles of firefly luciferase
- Greater than 6 orders of magnitude dynamic range
- Computer software for instrument operation, plate setup, and data analysis
- Minimum one-year full manufacturer’s warranty
- Installation and staff training included. The delivery will be made FOB Destination to the FDA CBER in Silver Spring, MD.

Period of Performance
Expected delivery within 30 days After Receipt of Award (ARO).

Place of Performance
U.S. FDA CBER-OVRR-LHV, Bldg. 52/72, Room 1256, 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002.

Bidder Requirements
This solicitation is set aside for small business concerns. Bidders must be small businesses to submit a quote. Additionally, bidders must provide evidence that their proposed 'equal' product meets all specified physical, functional, and performance features outlined in the solicitation.