Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a liquid handler that meets specific salient characteristics. The device must have at least five independent pipetting channels, a volume capability from 0.5 uL to 20 uL, non-contact dispensing, and compatibility with liquids of varying viscosity and volatility. The device must also have liquid level and well bottom sensing, integrated camera/vision verification, precision CV, and independent reach for plates, wells, and tubes. The submission deadline is Friday, July 3, 2026, at 10:00am PT Local Time.
Some key features and requirements of the liquid handler include:
• At least five independent pipetting channels
• Volume capability from 0.5 uL to 20 uL
• Non-contact dispensing to 0.2 uL
• Compatibility with liquids of varying viscosity and volatility
• Liquid level and well bottom sensing
• Integrated camera/vision verification
• Precision CV < 5% at 0.5 uL
• Independent reach for plates, wells, and tubes
• Reduction of consumable waste
• User-friendly software and intuitive programming
• Real-time run monitoring with safety interlocks
• External API for system integration