# SAM #1232SA26Q1078

USDA ARS Solicitation for Multi-Purpose Hybrid Microscope

**Buyer:** ARS APD
**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Respond By:** September 21, 2026
**Identifier:** 1232SA26Q1078
**NAICS:** 334516, 333314

The Pacific Shellfish Research Unit of the USDA Agricultural Research Service is seeking a multi-purpose hybrid microscope for advanced shellfish and microbiology research.
- Government Buyer:
  - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division (AFM APD)
  - Pacific Shellfish Research Unit, Newport, OR
- Products Requested:
  - Multi-purpose hybrid microscope with both upright and inverted configurations
  - Must support brightfield and phase contrast, with upgrade capability to fluorescence
  - Magnification range: 1.25 to 100
  - Supports PLAN lenses
  - Includes color camera optimized for true-color brightfield imaging
  - Bench footprint not to exceed 18" W x 25" D; vertical clearance under 25"
  - Quantity: 1 unit
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity open to all qualifying small businesses
- Unique Requirements:
  - Microscope must be suitable for research on shellfish development, harmful algal blooms, and microbiology/pathology
  - Upgrade path to fluorescence is required
  - Strict size constraints for bench and vertical clearance
- Notable Points:
  - Total small business set-aside
  - NAICS code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

### Description

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<p>This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.&nbsp; This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.&nbsp; Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1078 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Multi-purpose upright and inverted microscope.</p>

<p>This acquisition&nbsp; is set-aside for small business concerns.&nbsp; The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516&nbsp; The small business size standard is 1000. &nbsp;This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.&nbsp; All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Statement of Requirement</p>

<p><strong><u>Technical Data</u></strong> &ndash; Attachment 1 &ndash; Technical Specifications</p>

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