FDA Berthold Centro or equal microplate luminometer

The FDA’s CBER laboratory requires a high‑sensitivity microplate luminometer (Berthold Centro or an equivalent) capable of reading 96‑well plates, detecting <5 amol ATP per well and <2 zeptomoles firefly luciferase, with a dynamic range of >6 orders of magnitude. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, small‑business set‑aside RFQ for one unit, including shipping, installation, a one‑year warranty, and staff training. Delivery must occur within 30 days after award to the FDA facility in Silver Spring, MD. Offers must be submitted electronically by 2:00 pm CDT on 4 September 2026; the lowest technically acceptable price will be awarded. • Quantity: 1 microplate luminometer (96‑well) • Required performance: sensitivity <5 amol ATP/well, <2 zeptomoles luciferase, 340‑630 nm spectral range, ≥6 log dynamic range • Physical: benchtop footprint, ≥2 injectors with variable volume, injection system for luciferase reagent • Software: PC‑based control, plate setup, data analysis • Warranty: minimum one‑year manufacturer warranty • Services: installation and staff training, FOB Destination delivery • Small‑business only (NAICS 334516)