When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on September 4, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Robotics and laboratory automation system integrator. Experience developing high-throughput precision laboratory platforms. Expertise in sensor fabrication, development, and characterization systems. Proficiency with open-source Python control software and simulation tools. Capability to deliver enclosed, integrated, ready-to-use equipment.

Robotic Lab System (Closed) | Settle RFP Hunter

The government is seeking a ready-to-use robotic laboratory system for high-throughput sensor development, fabrication, and characterization. The platform must support customizable Python programming and include a simulator for previewing code execution.

Must provide an integrated robotic lab system with enclosure, ready for use
Operating programs must be written in Python open-source software and be customizable
Must include a system simulator for code previewing
Must include material precursor preparation components (weighing, mixing, temperature control, pipetting, ultrasonication)
Must include a dispensing carousel and powder dispenser driver
Must include a balance with 0.1mg accuracy and 120g range
Must include a pneumatically actuated balance clamp with 10-70kg force
Must include an 8-stage annealer capable of 25 to 500 degrees Celsius for over 3 hours
Must include a four-axis robotic manipulator with torque sensing for vial capping and gripping
Must include seven syringe pumps with 3uL accuracy
Must include a camera station with 4056x3040px resolution
Must provide NRTL certification for any electronics over 50V
Must include a sealed enclosure for positive-pressure inert atmosphere experiments

$150,000 – $500,000

A government authority in Washington, DC is seeking information from vendors capable of providing an integrated robotic laboratory system for high-throughput, precision-controlled sensor development, fabrication, and characterization.

The system must be delivered as a ready-to-use integrated solution with an enclosure. Operating programs are expected to be written in open-source Python software, shared with the user, and customizable. The solution must also include a simulator that enables users to preview the effects of their code on the robotic platform.

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