This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the
format in FAR 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This
announcement constitutes the only solicitation and a separate written solicitation will not be
issued. This solicitation number is NICHD-20-150 and is issued as a Request for Quotation
(RFQ). The solicitation/contract will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect
through Federal Acquisition Circular 2020-07. The North American Industry Classification
(NAICS) Code is 334513 and the business size standard is 750 employees. However, this
solicitation is not set aside for small business. This acquisition is being conducted using
Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13. Eunice Kennedy Shriver
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intends to contract on a
sole source basis with Inscopix Inc. – 2462 Embarcadero Way – Palo Alto, CA 94303 to procure
the following new items:
1. Product Code: 1000-004339 - 1 x nVoke 2.0 Integrated Imaging and Optogenetics System for
Rodents – Qty (1) EA
A platform for simultaneous or sequential visualization of large-scale neural circuit dynamics and
optogenetic manipulation in the same FOV. Includes miniature microscope with optogenetic capability,
data acquisition box, and nVoke acquisition software.
1 x Standard Warranty
One (1) year standard manufacturing warranty.
3 x Inscopix Data Processing Software (IDPS) License Software for identifying cells and their individual
dynamics from Inscopix data with a validated processing pipeline and an intuitive user interface.
1 x ProView™ Implant Kit
ProView Implant Kit stabilizes and streamlines the lens implant procedure. Includes a lens holding
device, stereotax rod, screw, adjustment tool, and instructions.
Technical Support Prompt, knowledgeable responses to product hardware, software and technical
questions. Knowledge Base Access Online access to comprehensive training content, protocols, and
instructional videos. Standard Scientific Support Scientific consultation and guidance, plus unlimited
support via email, phone, and video conference for every stage of your experiments: from design and
biological reagent strategies to lens implantation and data trace extraction with IDPS.
2. Product Code: 1000-004377 - Application Module without Baseplates - 5 baseplate covers and 1
dummy scope
3. Product Code: 1000-002976 - Commutator System - A commutator system to transfer high-speed
video and signal and to minimize cable entanglement. Includes: active commutator system compatible
with nVista 3.0 and nVoke 2.0 and commutator cable - Qty (1) EA
4. Product Code: 1050-004474 - ProView™ Express Probe, Mouse Dorsal Striatum Camk2a - Set of 5 ProView Express Probes, 1.0mm diameter, ~4.0mm length, including a GRIN relay lens with attached baseplate and coated with AAV1.Camk2a.GCaMP6m.WPRE.SV40 concentration-optimized and functionally validated for calcium imaging in the dorsal striatum. The shelf life is 4 months from the date of manufacture - Qty (1) EA
5. Product Code: 1000-002215 - ACCELERATE Training Workshop Registration, nVoke - ACCELERATE Training Workshop Registration - 1 Lab Member. Seat is valid for 1 year only. Accelerate Training Workshop offers personalized learning modules on topics such as: Introduction to Calcium Indicators, Enabling Optical Access, nVoke Software, Performing Imaging Experiments, Care and Maintenance of your nVoke System, and Data Processing Workflow with Inscopix Data Processing Software – Qty (1) EA
6. Product Code: 1000-002390 - Field Scientific Consultant On-Site Training - On-site multiple day training with follow-on availability for consultation by Inscopix Field Scientific Consultant – Qty (1 charge)
7. Product Code: 1000-002897 - Inscopix Care (1-year subscription) - Includes: Free repairs and/or replacements for ANY hardware damage, whether caused by user, animal, or unknown - Complimentary overnight shipping to and from Inscopix - Qty (1) EA
Inscopix is the only known US based company offering advanced miniscope system capable of long-term data acquisition in behaving animals and high-throughput data analysis software as a package. The unique functionality of the nVoke system, suggested is that the miniaturized microscope device can image active fluorescence from brain cells with optically stimulate or inhibit another target cells using different wavelength (currently we are limited to use only one wavelength for imaging). This feature is crucial in the labs’ neuroscience study to better understand brain circuitary, but not feasible in any other commercial products so far. Also, the Inscopix is offering on demand service of scientists and technician in setting up and repairing the system in a rapid and reliable manner which is a unique advantage compared to other commercial vendors. Regarding the technical performance and the service, the Inscopix is the best option for our applications and needs.
The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of the 41 U.S.C. 253(c) (1), FAR 6.302.
The offeror must include a completed copy of the provision of FAR Clause 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items with its offer. The provisions of FAR Clause 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items; FAR Clause 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items; FAR Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items; and FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items – Deviation for Simplified Acquisitions applies to this acquisition. The offeror must include their Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size. The clauses are available in full text at http://www.acquisition.gov/far/. Interested vendors capable of furnishing the
government with the services/products specified in this synopsis should submit a copy of their quotation to the following email address
[email protected]. Offers must also be accompanied by descriptive literature, delivery timeframe, warranties and other information that demonstrates that the offer meets all the foregoing requirements. All respondents must be an authorized reseller and must provide documentation confirming authorization and certified capability from the manufacturer to resell/distribute/provide all items/components etc. and services identified in this notice. Responses to this notice without this confirmation from the manufacturer will not be considered as valid. Quotations will be due fifteen calendar days from the publication date of this synopsis or by July 16, 2020 by 9:00am EST. via email to [email protected]. The quotation must reference “Solicitation number” NICHD-20-150. Any questions must be sent via email to [email protected] and must include solicitation# NICHD-20-150 in the subject line of email.
Note: In order to receive an award, contractor must be registered and have valid all awards certification in the SAM database @www.sam.gov at the time of closing of this RFQ.