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Minnesota DNR Procurement of Leica M205 C Stereomicroscope and Accessories

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is procuring advanced stereomicroscopy equipment for scientific and ecological research. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Ecological & Water Resources office - Primary contacts: Denise Katchmark, Denise M. Katchmark - OEMs and Vendors: - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): Leica Microsystems - Vendors: Thomas Scientific Holdings LLC, Fisher Scientific Company LLC - Products Requested: - Leica M205 C stereomicroscope (or DNR-approved equivalent) - 1 unit, high-end stereomicroscope with 20.5:1 zoom ratio, advanced optics, modular system - Part numbers: 10450036 (optics carrier), 10450910 (eyepiece), 10450252 (binocular tube), 10450028 (objective), 10450504 (focus drive), 10450690 (TL3000 Ergo), 10447379 (connecting cable), 10450242 (adapter column), 10450494 (LED ring light), 10445661 (power cable), 12730536 (Flexacam i5 camera), 10726491 (wireless mouse) - Accessories and components: multiple units of eyepieces, power cables, and other Leica-branded parts - Services Requested: - Installation and basic integration by an authorized regional field sales specialist (included in unit price) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be installed by a factory-trained, authorized specialist - All shipping and installation costs included in unit price - Warranty coverage as per Leica's standard terms - Dealer authorization documentation required - Compliance with state small business procurement programs - Delivery Locations: - DNR FAW Glenwood, 23070 N Lakeshore Dr, Glenwood, MN 56334-9340 - DNR Ecological & Water Resources office, 500 Lafayette Road, Box 25, Saint Paul, MN 55155-4025 - Estimated Contract Value: - Range: $25,222.39 to $26,136.15

Description

The State of Minnesota is procuring a Leica M205 C stereomicroscope or an approved DNR equivalent. The procurement includes the microscope and shipping to specified locations listed in Exhibit C of the Sample Contract. The contract was awarded to Thomas Scientific Holdings LLC and Fisher Scientific Co LLC. Bidders were required to submit all attachments and enter prices into the SWIFT system, with questions due by March 17, 2026, and the event closing on March 19, 2026.

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