THIN-FILM INTRACORTICAL RECORDING MICROELECTRODES NIH GUIDE, Volume 25, Number 15, May 10, 1996 RFP AVAILABLE: NIH-NINDS-96-10 P.T. 34 Keywords: 0740027 Bioelectric Phenomena National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke The Neural Prosthesis Program (NPP) of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is supporting the development of a microelectrode array capable of recording from up to 64 sites located on a probe with multiple penetrating shanks. The broad objectives of the project are to develop multi-channel penetrating electrode arrays for both central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS) recording that will operate reliably in the hostile ionic environment within the body over decades of use in chronic implants. This will require the integration of micromachined electrode structures with active electronics and with integral flexible ribbon cables or with integral telemetry systems. This project will support the development and testing of the chronic recording electrode arrays. Electrode systems that include active electronics and ribbon cables will be tested in-vitro and in chronic animals. Probes will be furnished to the NPP for testing by other investigators. The goal is to design, fabricate, and test multiple-site intracortical recording microelectrode probes. The contractor shall also acquire or develop associated cables, connectors, and head mounts to produce a reliable signal path between the recording sites on a microelectrode probe and an extracoporal mating connector. This project will require established expertise in micormachining, bioengineering, integrated circuit design, integrated circuit fabrication, and animal studies. It is anticipated that one award, on a cost-reimbursement basis, will be made for a period of three years. INQUIRIES This is not a Request for Proposals (RFP). RFP NIH-NINDS-96-10 will be issued on or about May 15, 1996 with responses due approximately 60 days thereafter. Interested organizations should request either a streamlined version or the entire RFP document. If no selection is made, a streamlined version of the RFP will be provided, which includes only the Statement of Work, deliverable and reporting requirements, special requirements, and technical evaluation criteria. After examination of these documents, organizations interested in responding must request the entire RFP in writing or by FAX. Requests must cite the RFP number and supply this office with two self-addressed mailing labels. All responsible sources may submit a proposal that will be considered by the Government. Contracting Officer ATTN: RFP NIH-NINDS-96-10 Contracts Management Branch National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 7550 Wisconsin Avenue, Room 901 - MSC-9190 Bethesda, MD 20892-9190 FAX: (301) 402-4225 .
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