P-Line Water Bottle Automation: HMI Touch Screen Controller and Installation

PresolicitationSmall BusinessActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for Small Business businesses
  • Work to be performed in BETHESDA, MD
  • Industry: Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
  • Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID
75N98026Q00599
Opportunity Type
Presolicitation
Sub-Agency
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
Office
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAO
Posted Date
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, June 22, 2026
PSC Code
6640
Place of Performance
BETHESDA, MD, 20892
Status
Active

Description

Requirements: AHCS uses a Tecniplast P-Line water bottle automation machine to process the bulk water bottles required to provide the rodents with clean and bacteria-free water. Installed in 2024, AHCS has recognized some difficulties manipulating the water bottle recapper and refiller from the clean side of cagewash, since the main controller is located on the dirty side. Installing this second controller on the clean side of cagewash will allow for efficient management and troubleshooting of the device, minimizing downtime, wasted staff time and PPE, and maximizing return on investment of the machine. Period of performance shall be 3.5 months from date of award. This is currently estimated to occur from July 1, 2026, through October 15, 2026. Specific Requirements: The Contractor shall f

Why This Opportunity Matters

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing with a set-aside for Small Business businesses in BETHESDA, MD. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.