The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) has a requirement to purchase a Promega Maxwell RSC Instrument.  

The Maxwell® RSC Instrument is a compact, automated nucleic acid purification platform that processes up to 16 samples simultaneously. Using prefilled cartridges and preprogrammed methods, the Maxwell® RSC offers consistent, reliable DNA or RNA extraction in 25–60 minutes, depending upon sample type. The intuitive graphical interface makes the instrument easy to use, and the integrated Quantus™ Fluorometer lets you collect purification and quantification data in one report.

The contractor shall provide the following to brand name specifications:

The features of the Promega Maxwell RSC Instrument that meet the critical needs of the lab are as follows:

• Automated DNA or RNA Extraction with Integrated Quantification
• High-quality nucleic acid purification with minimal steps and less hands-on time
• Integrated Quantus™ Fluorometer for sample quantification
• Intuitive software and touch screen interface