Digital Microscope System with Advanced Imaging and Measurement Capabilities

The contract seeks the procurement of a high-performance Digital Microscope System with advanced imaging and measurement capabilities for the NIH Intramural Research Program, targeting applications requiring ultra-high-resolution visualization and quantitative analysis. The system must deliver 4K imaging, achieve a seamless magnification range of approximately 5x to 6000x without manual lens changes, and include a motorized XY stage measuring about 300mm x 300mm with integrated stage camera and automated focusing. It must support HDR imaging, real-time autofocus, multiple lighting modes, and built-in 2D and 3D measurement tools, while also enabling automated workflow replication and remote analysis. The system requires at least 1TB of onboard storage, compatibility with existing laboratory optical components and analytical tools, and must be fully functional upon delivery. The contractor is responsible for delivering the complete system, installing and configuring it at the specified location in Bethesda, Maryland, performing calibration and validation, and providing comprehensive training and ongoing support. All deliverables must be completed within 60 days after contract award, and the contractor must comply with all NIH security and operational requirements. No government-furnished property or information is provided, and the system must meet all technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work, passing functional testing to be accepted. Invoicing must be submitted via the Department of Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform at ipp.gov or by email to NHLBIContractsBranchB@mail.nih.gov, following a two-way invoice process. The solicitation, numbered PCA-NIBIB-01746, is issued under NAICS code 334516 by the National Institutes of Health under the Department of Health and Human Services, with a response deadline of June 28, 2026. Primary technical point of contact is Marcial Garmendia at 301-402-7170 or marcial.garmendia@nih.gov, and performance will occur at Building 12A, Room 2017, 12 South Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892.