Real-Time Six-Channel Fluorescent Quantitative PCR System for 96-Well Plates

Background

The Mosquito Control Division of the City of Jacksonville is seeking to enhance its capabilities for mosquito surveillance and public health monitoring. The goal of this contract is to procure a Real-Time Six-Channel Fluorescent Quantitative PCR System, which is essential for detecting mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile virus, Zika virus, Dengue, and Malaria. Stellar Scientific is identified as the sole authorized distributor for this equipment in the United States.

Work Details

The contract involves the purchase of one (1) Real-Time Six-Channel Fluorescent Quantitative PCR System designed for 96-well plates. This system will facilitate rapid and sensitive detection of pathogens in mosquito samples, thereby improving public health responses. The specifications include: - Model: 960406 - Throughput: 96 wells (12 x 8) - Dynamic range: 1-10^9 copies - Detection location: Top detection - Fluorescence channels: 6 channels (FAM/SYBR Green, JOE/HEX/TET/VIC, NED/TAMRA/Cy3, ROX/Texas Red, Cy5, Cy5.5) - Temperature control range: 4~105°C with precision of <+0.1°C - Sample volume range: 5-100 µL - Ergonomic design with a 10.1-inch touch screen and built-in analysis software for intuitive operation. Additionally, freight shipping to the delivery location at 1321 Eastport Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 is included.

Period of Performance

The contract performance period begins upon award and continues until delivery of the equipment, expected within the fiscal year following the request date of May 14, 2026.

Place of Performance

The equipment will be delivered to the Mosquito Control Division located at 1321 Eastport Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218.

Bidder Requirements

Bidders must acknowledge that Stellar Scientific is the sole authorized distributor for the Real-Time Six-Channel Fluorescent Quantitative PCR System from 4E’s USA. No other suppliers are considered due to specific operational requirements outlined in the justification for single source procurement.