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Minnesota Health Department Solicits Evident Scientific BX43 Fluorescence Microscope (No Substitutes)

The Minnesota Department of Health is seeking a one-time purchase of a high-performance fluorescence microscope for its Public Health Lab. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Health, Public Health Lab - Contact: Sherry A. Otto - OEM Highlight: - Evident Scientific (formerly Olympus) is the sole acceptable manufacturer; no substitutes or alternative brands/models will be considered - Products Requested: - Evident Scientific BX43 Fluorescence Microscope with DP23 camera - 6.4 Megapixel capture, 12-bit color depth, 60fps full HD frame rate, 1920x1080 resolution - Expandable to advanced microscopy techniques (fluorescence, phase contrast, DIC) - Ergonomic tilting trinocular viewing head, universal condenser (1.25X-100X), high color rendering index, built-in light intensity management - Includes cellSens system and customizable control layout - LED wavelength and filter quality optimized for clinical testing - Services Included: - Installation, support, and service for the microscope - Notable Requirements: - No-substitute procurement: only Evident Scientific's BX43 model will be accepted - Only authorized OEMs, distributors, or manufacturer’s representatives may bid; brokers are not permitted - Freight charges must be included in the unit price (FOB destination) - Preference points available for certified small businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities - Estimated Contract Value: $42,523.20

Description

This solicitation is a formal request for proposal for the one-time purchase of a BX43 Fluorescence Microscope. The procurement is conducted by the Health Department and requires submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by June 11, 2026. The solicitation specifies that no substitutes will be accepted and the contract term is satisfied upon invoice payment for accepted goods. Questions must be submitted by June 8, 2026, and the procurement includes attachments such as the request for bid, sample contract, and solicitation attachments A-D.

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