Automated Slide Scanner System Supply

The contract involves the supply of a commercial off-the-shelf automated slide-scanning microscope system designed to handle up to 20 slides simultaneously. It features high-resolution imaging capabilities with magnification up to 400X and a resolution of 0.5 micrometers. Key functionalities include z-stack scanning for capturing images at multiple depths, an autofocus mechanism, and integrated Extended Depth of Field software to enhance image clarity. The equipment must be fully validated and is required to be a standard, non-beta version, ensuring reliability and readiness for operational use. This subcontract, designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334516, is solicited by the Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service, located in Washington, DC, with performance expected at the 20560 ZIP code area. The solicitation was posted on May 26, 2026, with a response deadline of June 5, 2026. The procurement focuses on obtaining a commercially available, proven system to support research or operational needs requiring advanced microscopic imaging.