Innova® S44i, refrigerated, stackable shaker incubators

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is issuing a non‑competitive combined synopsis/solicitation (Notice of Intent) to procure Eppendorf Innova® S44i refrigerated, stackable shaker incubators for its laboratory facilities. The equipment is a high‑capacity, triple‑stackable incubator shaker with temperature control from 4 °C to 80 °C and shaking speeds up to 400 rpm, designed for microbial culture and molecular genetics research. NIH intends to award a firm‑fixed‑price contract to Eppendorf North America, Inc., and requires a technical proposal, cost proposal, and standard SAM registration documentation. The solicitation is limited to a one‑time purchase not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $350,000, with delivery to NIH/NIEHS in Research Triangle Park, NC. • Product: Innova® S44i refrigerated, stackable shaker incubator (double‑stacked, up to three units). • Capacity: Up to 39 × 1 L or 15 × 2.5 L flasks per unit; stacked configuration increases footprint efficiency. • Operating range: 4 °C–80 °C; 20 rpm–400 rpm (specific programs 14 °C–42 °C, 30 rpm–300 rpm). • Advanced features: X‑Drive eccentric system, VisioNize touchscreen, Ethernet/USB connectivity, optional LED light bank, slide‑up door, slide‑out platform. • Delivery location: NIH/NIEHS, 111 TW Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. • Submission deadline: September 18 2026, 9:00 AM ET (electronic submission to Luz Casey). • Required documents: Technical capability statement, cost breakdown, UEI, TIN, size‑certification, SAM registration. • Contract type: Firm‑fixed‑price, sole‑source award (non‑competitive).