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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF MAY 23, 2024 SAM #8213
SOURCES SOUGHT

66 -- Robot Stereotaxic

Notice Date
5/21/2024 8:16:39 AM
 
Notice Type
Sources Sought
 
NAICS
334516 — Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
 
Contracting Office
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIDA Bethesda MD 20892 USA
 
ZIP Code
20892
 
Solicitation Number
75N95024Q00301
 
Response Due
6/5/2024 6:00:00 AM
 
Archive Date
06/20/2024
 
Point of Contact
Emily Palombo
 
E-Mail Address
emily.palombo@nih.gov
(emily.palombo@nih.gov)
 
Description
This is a Small Business Sources Sought notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified small business sources; (2) whether they are small businesses; HUBZone small businesses; service-disabled, veteran-owned small businesses; 8(a) small businesses; veteran-owned small businesses; woman-owned small businesses; or small disadvantaged businesses; (3) their size classification relative to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed acquisition; and (4) availability of domestic sources manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities and of a satisfactory quality. For equipment/supply requirements, small business responses must include: (1) the place of manufacturing (i.e. address if supply/equipment is a domestic end product and include country of manufacture), as well as (2) the size status of the manufacturer under the applicable NAICS code (i.e. address Non-Manufacturer Rule). Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. An organization that is not considered a small business under the applicable NAICS code should not submit a response to this notice. This notice is issued to help determine the availability of qualified companies technically capable of meeting the Government requirement and to determine the method of acquisition.� It is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.� Responses will not be considered as proposals or quotes.� No award will be made as a result of this notice.� The Government will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by the respondents to this notice.� This notice is strictly for research and information purposes only. Background:� �Stereotaxic surgeries are a common and essential technique in neurosciences. Injection of substances and biologicals, or implantation of cannulas, electrodes, lenses, and optic fibers in specific regions of the brain are all powerful interventions in neuroscience yielding valuable information. Robotic stereotaxic systems represent a revolutionary advancement in neuroscience research methodology. Traditionally, stereotaxic procedures rely on manual manipulations, which are subject to human error and lack the precision demanded by modern experimental designs. Robotic stereotaxic systems address these limitations by offering unparalleled accuracy and reproducibility in targeting specific brain regions. Equipped with sophisticated imaging and navigation technologies, these systems enable researchers to precisely position probes, electrodes, or cannulas with submillimeter accuracy, facilitating intricate experimental manipulations such as deep brain stimulation, optogenetics, or pharmacological infusions. By automating and standardizing these procedures, robotic stereotaxic systems enhance experimental consistency, reproducibility, and the reliability of research outcomes. Moreover, they optimize the welfare of experimental animals by minimizing surgical invasiveness and reducing procedure durations. In essence, the integration of robotic stereotaxic systems in neuroscience research aims to revolutionize experimental methodologies, accelerating the pace of discovery and advancing our understanding of the brain's intricate functions. Purpose and Objectives:. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) requires a robot stereotaxicsystem for mice. Investing in a robot stereotaxic system for neuroscience research is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it offers unparalleled precision in targeting specific brain regions during experimental procedures, minimizing variability and ensuring consistent results across experiments. This precision is especially vital when conducting delicate surgeries or inserting electrodes for recording or stimulation. Additionally, a robot stereotaxic system can streamline experimental workflows, allowing researchers to perform procedures more efficiently and thus increasing productivity in the lab. Moreover, the automation provided by such a system reduces the risk of human error, enhancing the reliability and reproducibility of research findings. Overall, acquiring a robot stereotaxic system not only improves the quality of neuroscience research but also enhances the welfare of experimental animals by minimizing surgical invasiveness and optimizing experimental outcomes. Project requirements: One (1) Robot stereotaxic composed of Drill & Microinjection Robot (Mouse) including Drill Autostop Function, with Drill Automated Craniotomy Function, Automated synchronization device for cannula and drill bit, Smart Angle Device, Adaptor for Sagittal Angle Adjustment, Smart BregmaFinder, Heating Pad, Mouse Gas Anesthesia Head Holder, and Non-Rupture Ear Bars (Mouse). Salient characteristics 1.�������� Drill & Microinjection Robot (mouse) including Drill Autostop Function Interconnected Automated Drill and Microinjection Robot Including Robot Stereotaxic System with Atlas Integration Including Motorized Drill & Microinjection Module Full control by the Robot Stereotaxic software Full Integrated Stereotaxic Atlas, Zeroing at Lambda/Bregma Correction for Tilt Errors, Individual Atlas Scaling Intuitive Movement Control Drill Autostop function Automated drilling procedure without damaging the underlying brain tissue High accuracy positioning of Burr Hole with depth control No tool exchange after drilling Use of Bregma-related coordinates Full computer controlled Microinjector Easy injection procedure, User defined Injection Rates Real-time atlas-based visualization of syringe tip and injection sites Adapts to most commercially available syringes 2.�������� Drill Automated Craniotomy Function 3.�������� Automated synchronization device for cannula and drill bit Allows automated synchronization between the drill and syringe Optical detection of the drill bit and of the syringe needle 4.�������� Smart Angle Device digital readout, high precision, 0.5� software integration detachable, coronal angle adjustment 5.�������� Adaptor for Sagittal Angle Adjustment 6.�������� Smart BregmaFinder Dual Camera System for high resolution 3D real-time probe monitoring Automatic, Hands-Free, Precise positioning of the Probe over landmark Smart Add-On to the Motorized Stereotaxic with Atlas Integration 7.�������� Heating Pad Heating pad with integrated closed-loop controller Full integration in the Robot Stereotaxic control software Real-time display of temperature, heating state, running state High precision temperature control, resolution of 0.1oC , set range of 20-450C Celsius and Fahrenheit, Dimensions: 106x66 mm 8.�������� Mouse Gas Anesthesia Head Holder 9.�������� Non-Rupture Ear Bars (Mouse) Anticipated period of performance: �The delivery date is within six months after receipt of completed purchase order. A manufacturer warranty is required for one year after delivery. Capability statement /information sought. Small business concerns that believe they possess the capabilities to provide the required products should submit documentation of their ability to meet each of the project requirements to the Contracting Officer. The capability statement must specifically address each of the project requirements separately.� Additionally, the capability statement should include 1) the total number of employees, 2) the professional qualifications of personnel as it relates to the requirements outlined, 3) any contractor GSA Schedule contracts and/or other government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) by which all of the requirements may be met, if applicable, and 4) any other information considered relevant to this program. Small businesses must also provide their Company Name, Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov, Physical Address, and Point of Contact Information. Interested small businesses are required to identify their type of business, applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code, and size standards in accordance with the Small Business Administration. The government requests that no proprietary or confidential business data be submitted in a response to this notice. However, responses that indicate the information therein is proprietary will be properly safeguarded for Government use only. Capability statements must include the name and telephone number of a point of contact having authority and knowledge to discuss responses with Government representatives. Capability statements in response to this market survey that do not provide sufficient information for evaluation will be considered non-responsive. When submitting this information, please reference the solicitation notice number. The respondent must also provide their Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov, organization name, address, point of contact, and size and type of business (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, etc., pursuant to the applicable NAICS code and any other information that may be helpful in developing or finalizing the acquisition requirements. One (1) copy of the response is required and must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format using 11-point or 12-point font, 8-1/2� x 11� paper size, with 1� top, bottom, left and right margins, and with single or double spacing. The information submitted must be in an outline format that addresses each of the elements of the project requirement and in the capability statement /information sought paragraphs stated herein.� A cover page and an executive summary may be included but is not required. The response is limited to ten (10) page limit.� The 10-page limit does not include the cover page, executive summary, or references, if requested. The response must include the respondents� technical and administrative points of contact, including names, titles, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail addresses. All responses to this notice must be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.� Facsimile responses are NOT accepted. The response must be submitted to Emily Palombo, Contract Specialist, at e-mail address Emily.palombo@nih.gov. The response must be received on or before June 5, 2024, 9:00 AM, Eastern Time. �Disclaimer and Important Notes:� This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization�s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses received, a presolicitation synopsis and solicitation may be published in Federal Business Opportunities. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation. Confidentiality: No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response. The Government reserves the right to use any non-proprietary technical information in any resultant solicitation(s).�
 
Web Link
SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/opp/f0f36f0db2394c0984e05acac476e7aa/view)
 
Place of Performance
Address: Bethesda, MD, USA
Country: USA
 
Record
SN07072479-F 20240523/240521230056 (samdaily.us)
 
Source
SAM.gov Link to This Notice
(may not be valid after Archive Date)

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