# SAM #12314426C0037

USDA Sole Source Procurement of Nikon Microscopes, Cameras, and Upgrades

**Buyer:** USDA OCP POD Acquisition Management Branch
**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 12314426C0037
**NAICS:** 423490

This opportunity involves a sole source procurement by the USDA APHIS PPQ RPIP program for specialized Nikon microscopes and components:
- Agency: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), APHIS, PPQ, PEIP, NIS, RPIP
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price, GSA schedule
- Sole Source Justification: Only Nikon Instruments Inc. can provide the required proprietary equipment and servicing
- Products Requested:
  - 13 Nikon SMZ-18 Stereo Microscopes with LED ringlights and gooseneck brackets
  - 163 Nikon DS-100 17.7MP Color Camera Systems with adapters
  - 4 Ni-L Compound Microscopes with specified lenses and components
  - 6 NIS Elements D software packages (single user)
  - 422 NIS Elements D software upgrades
  - 200 LED lamphouse upgrades for Ni-U/E80i microscopes
  - 185 Trinocular head upgrades for Ni-U/E80i microscopes
  - 11 DIC (Differential Interference Contrast) component upgrades for Ni-U microscopes
- All items are Nikon-branded and configured for USDA's scientific and emergency response needs
- No competing vendors or alternative brands are considered due to proprietary technology and exclusive servicing rights
- Period of Performance: Planned for Fiscal Year 2026; specific dates not provided

### Description

<p>This Sole Source Justification supports the establishment of a Firm Fixed-Price contract under the GSA schedule for Nikon Instruments Inc. for Nikon SMZ-18 Microscopes and associated components.</p>

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