Description
The Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is seeking a sole source contract for a molecular assay analyzer cost-per-test. The analyzer should be capable of analyzing polymerase chain reaction (PCR) samples to identify molecules of microorganisms within various pathogens. The contract will be for a period of one year with four option periods. The analyzer should be able to perform various tests, including respiratory panel assay, blood culture identification, gastrointestinal panel assay, and meningitis/encephalitis panel assay. The contractor should provide non-personal services, including maintenance coverage, training, and support.
• The analyzer should be a single-platform walkaway analyzer with integrated sample preparation, thermocycle amplification, detection, and nested multiplex PCR analysis.
• The analyzer should be capable of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) extraction and purification.
• The analyzer should have a minimum of twelve sample load capacity.
• The analyzer should be able to identify molecules of microorganisms in various types of samples, including swab, positive blood culture, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, bronchoalveolar lavage, or sputum.
• The analyzer should be compliant with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and installed in compliance with OSHA requirements.