Mississippi Procurement Portal #3150006770

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) is pursuing a sole source procurement for a specialized microscope module to enhance imaging capabilities: - Government Buyer: - University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) - OEM and Vendor: - Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC (OEM and sole source supplier) - Products/Services Requested: - Apotome 3 Structured Illumination Module - Quantity: 1 - Description: Structured illumination source designed exclusively for integration with the existing Zeiss microscope body at UMMC - Purpose: Enhances photomicrograph resolution beyond standard illumination systems - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The Apotome 3 module is the only structured illumination module compatible with UMMC's Zeiss microscope - No alternative vendor or product meets the compatibility requirement - Market pricing has been reviewed for reasonableness - Sole source certification process allows for objections from interested parties - Estimated Contract Value: - $25,038.75 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) intends to procure an Apotome structured illumination source to be installed within their existing Zeiss microscope. This module enhances the microscope's illumination system to produce higher resolution photomicrographs. The procurement is a sole source certification, as the Apotome 3 module is uniquely compatible with the Zeiss microscope owned by UMMC. The solicitation is open until April 10, 2026, and interested parties may object to the sole source certification by that date.