Follow on Microscope Service
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The Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System is seeking a service agreement for the maintenance and support of a Leica DMi8 Inverted Fully Automated Research Microscope, a specialized system used for live cell imaging with fluorescence capabilities for DAPI, GFP, CY3, and CY5 channels, alongside DIC Nomarski and Phase Contrast imaging. The system includes a scanning stage, ultra-high-speed monochrome and color cameras, the LASX software suite for multidimensional XYZ imaging, and a dedicated PC workstation integrated with an on-stage incubation system. All components must be maintained to meet Leica factory standards to ensure optimal performance and reliability in research applications. The service contract requires qualified vendors to provide comprehensive technical support, calibration, repairs, and preventive maintenance to sustain the system’s advanced functionality. The solicitation, titled Follow on Microscope Service with number 36C25726Q0796, was posted on August 4, 2026, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026. It is classified as a combined solicitation under NAICS code 811210, targeting organizations capable of servicing high-end scientific instrumentation. The contract is administered by the 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 within the Department of Veterans Affairs, based in San Antonio, Texas, with performance required at the Waco, Texas location. Primary point of contact is Shannon Robinson, reachable via email and phone, with Shannon Hodgson as the secondary contact. Interested parties must submit responses through the SAM.gov portal under the provided UI link.
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Waco, TX, 76711, USASet-Aside
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Central Texas Veterans Healthcare Sysytem is in search of a service agreement for their Fluorescent Microscope System. It is specifically a Leica Brand DMi8 Inverted Fully automated Research Microscope for live cell imaging with fluorescence for Dapi, GFP CY3 and CY5. DIC Nomarski, Phase Contrast, scanning stage, ultra-high-speed monochrome and color cameras, LASX software bundle for XYZ multidimensional imaging and PC work station with on stake incubation system that must be maintained to Leica factory standards.
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