Lab2Lab Receiver (Pneumatic Tube Transport Device)
Waiver type - Procurement: Nonavailability
Agency: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH (7529) • Product Service Code (PSC) : 6640 | Last Modified: 04/19/2024
Procurement Summary
The central components of the Lab2Lab system and the analytical LCMS instrumentation are located within the Analytical Chemistry lab but the medicinal chemists are spread throughout 3 defined lab spaces across two buildings. We are integrating the recently purchased Bruker Lab2NMR platform into the Lab2Lab system to allow remote submission of NMR samples for automated sample preparation and analysis. The SPT Labtech Receiver is required for connection of the Lab2NMR with the pneumatic tubing. Without the Receiver we will not be able to utilize the automated NMR sample prep system. As such, we require the purchase of a Lab2Lab Receiver unit for integration of the Bruker Lab2NMR platform with the Lab2Lab Pneumatic Sample Transport System. For reference purposes, the receiver that meets the need of this requirement is provided as follows: (1) Product’s brand name: Lab2Lab Receiver (Pneumatic Tube Transport Device) (2) Manufacturer’s name: SPT LabTech LTD. The Lab2Lab Receiver is a unique sample transport device designed specifically for the SPT Labtech Lab2Lab pneumatic tube transfer system. The Receiver holds one proprietary SPT Labtech barcoded vial at a time, which is tracked and managed by the Lab2Lab Director software. To fulfill the NCATS requirement, the receiver shall be brand-name or equal to the Lab2Lab Receiver, and at a minimum must meet the following salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics: The unique features of the SPT Labtech Lab2Lab Receiver are: 1. 2094-14000 – Receiver Bruker – NMR Including software, additional hardware, Hp 350 2. SLA-INS-025 - Installation lab2lab US East Coast, PC, Sender, Receiver, Alarm, Buffer, Router, Collection Station, Installation & Testing of a single additional device. Covers 1 engineer on site and includes travel time, flights, taxis, hotels, and subsistence. 3. Installation 4. DELIVERY FOB DESTINATION 5. 12-month warranty after installation
Waiver Rationale Summary
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Office of Acquisition (OA) on behalf of the Analytical Chemistry Core (ACC) within the Division of Preclinical Innovation (DPI) at the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), is requesting approval for an exception to the Buy American Statute (BA). The ACC provides analytical chemistry services involving the isolation, purification, identification, and analysis of therapeutic modalities for targeted disease states. This is accomplished through the development and usage of the SMART Centralized Sample Purification and Processing Platform. A key aspect of this platform is the utilization of LCMS analysis throughout all stages of the workflow for reaction monitoring, identity verification, and purity analysis of the desired compounds. As a means of improving efficiency and increasing productivity, the ACC has implemented the SPT Labtech Pneumatic Sample Transport System, which sends 2D-barcoded minitubes between labs, storage systems, and analytical instrumentation. Besides having the LCMS systems centrally located near the Analytical Chemistry lab space for ease of oversight and maintenance, precious bench space will be freed up due to fewer instruments required for the same number of chemists, as well as sample tracking capabilities and maximization of instrument usage. The central components of the Lab2Lab system and the analytical LCMS instrumentation are located within the Analytical Chemistry lab but the medicinal chemists are spread throughout 3 defined lab spaces across two buildings. We are integrating the recently purchased Bruker Lab2NMR platform into the Lab2Lab system to allow remote submission of NMR samples for automated sample preparation and analysis. Based on the findings detailed above SPT LABTECH LAB2LAB RECEIVER, SHIPPING, AND INSTALLATION (Brand-name or equal) is not mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available commercial quantities and of a satisfactory quality. Therefore, it is hereby determined, consistent with FAR 25.103(b), that these items are nonavailable.
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Yes
Consistent with Policy
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
04/04/2024
N/A
75N95024Q00165
Post-solicitation
Instant Delivery Only
Individual Waiver
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH