Illumina Infinium Automated Pipetting System with ILASS
Overview
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Qualification Details
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 INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAO, has issued a Presolicitation (Notice of Intent) to award a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to Illumina, Inc. for an Illumina Infinium Automated Pipetting System with ILASS. This notice indicates the government's belief that Illumina, Inc. is the only responsible source. However, small businesses are invited to submit capability statements by April 30, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The Genomics Core at NHGRI requires a new Tecan robot to support Illumina's upgraded genotyping platform. The current Tecan robot is incompatible with the upgraded system, necessitating the acquisition of the Illumina Infinium Automated Pipetting System with ILASS to maintain genotyping services.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: None specified (Notice of Intent for sole source, but inviting small business responses)
- Department/Agency: Health And Human Services / National Institutes of Health
- Product/Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD 20892, United States
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, small businesses (including 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, small disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and women-owned) are strongly encouraged to submit a written capability statement. This statement should demonstrate their ability to perform the requirement. The government will use these responses to determine if the award should be competed.
Key Dates & Contact
- Capability Statements Due: April 30, 2026, by 6:00 a.m. EDT
- Published Date: April 20, 2026
- Contact: David Shen (david.shen@nih.gov)