SAM #1232SA26Q1261

USDA ARS requests ZEISS Axioscope 5 upright compound microscope system or equivalent for transmitted and fluorescent light microscopy

This opportunity is for the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research Unit in Wapato, WA, seeking a high-performance upright compound microscope system for transmitted and fluorescent light microscopy. - Government Buyer: - USDA ARS Temperate Tree Fruit and Vegetable Research Unit, Wapato, WA - Contact: Frank Palmer - OEMs and Vendors: - ZEISS (Carl Zeiss AG) is the only OEM specifically named - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are accepted - Products/Services Requested: - ZEISS Axioscope 5 upright compound microscope system or equivalent - 1 unit required - Detailed components include: - Microscope stand with 6-position encoded turret, integrated transmitted and reflected light illumination - Binocular ergonomic phototube (2 units) - Mechanical stage, specimen holder, stage carrier - Stop sliders for aperture/luminous field and reflected-light - Reflector turret, condenser carrier, achromatic-aplanatic condenser - High-performance objectives: 1.25x, 5x, 10x, 20x, 40x, 100x oil immersion (Plan-Neofluar class or equivalent) - Camera adapter (60N-C mount, 1" field of view) - Accessories: high-performance cover glasses, low-fluorescence immersion oil - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must support both transmitted and fluorescent light microscopy - Existing fluorescence filters will be reused - Vendors must provide descriptive literature proving compliance with specifications - Delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order - Solicitation is open to all responsible sources, including small businesses and 8(a) set-asides - NAICS code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), size standard: 1,000 employees

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1261 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a ZEISS Axioscope 5 upright compound microscope for transmitted and fluorescent light or Equivalent.

This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference.  The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516  The small business size standard is 1,000 Employees  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. 

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