Mississippi Procurement Portal #3150007011

Sole Source Upgrade: Leica TCS SP8 FALCON for Confocal Microscope at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi is seeking a sole source upgrade for its Leica SP8 Confocal microscope to enable advanced FLIM-FRET imaging capabilities. - Government Buyer: - University of Mississippi, Procurement Services (Contact: Jeff Wells, Procurement Manager) - OEMs and Vendors: - Leica Microsystems, Inc. (sole manufacturer and provider) - Products/Services Requested: - TCS SP8 FALCON (FAst Lifetime CONtrast) upgrade for Leica SP8 Confocal microscope - Includes proprietary electronics and software for FLIM-FRET synchronization and data analysis - Quantity: 1 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Upgrade must be compatible with existing Leica SP8 Confocal microscope and LAS X acquisition software - Only Leica Microsystems can provide this upgrade; competitors offer only new systems, not upgrades - The upgrade enables molecular proximity measurements in living tissues - Estimated value: approximately $49,000, significantly less than a new FLIM-FRET system - Pricing negotiated to meet budget limits

Description

This is a sole source procurement notice issued by the University of Mississippi for the TCS SP8 FALCON Upgrade. The upgrade is a proprietary system designed to work specifically with the existing Leica SP8 Confocal microscope and laser system, enabling advanced FLIM-FRET imaging capabilities. The procurement is categorized under microscope equipment and involves a Request for Information (RFI) process. The notice includes detailed information about the sole source justification and submission instructions for objections.

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