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Inverted Microscope, St. Louis VAMC Jefferson Barracks
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The Department of Veterans Affairs through its Network Contracting Office 15 is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying a Nikon Ts2-FL Inverted Microscope and associated components for use at the St. Louis VAMC Jefferson Barracks Research Lab. This sources-sought notice, identified by solicitation number 36C25526Q0528 and posted on July 24, 2026, is not a solicitation, request for proposal, or contractual obligation but rather a request for information to assess market availability, technical capabilities, and vendor interest. Respondents must provide product brochures detailing full technical specifications, an authorized distributor letter from Nikon confirming official representation, and other supporting documentation including company contact information, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and capability statements. All submissions are due by August 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM Central Time and may be sent via email to tywanna.sparks@va.gov or by physical mail to the contracting office in Leavenworth, Kansas. The required equipment must meet Nikon’s original specifications, including 10x and 20x phase contrast objectives, GFP fluorescence capability with a 470nm LED unit and corresponding filter set, a five-place nosepiece, plain stage with acrylic rings, TS2-W eyepieces, phase sliders, UV shield, dust cover, power cord, and tool kit. Vendors must also specify warranty terms, with a minimum of five years on mechanical and optical components and one year on electronic parts. Respondents claiming status as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business or Veteran-Owned Small Business must verify their eligibility through the SBA’s Small Business Search tool and maintain active registration in SAM.gov in compliance with FAR 4.203. Installation and demonstration of the system must occur at the place of performance, the St. Louis VAMC Jefferson Barracks facility in Missouri, though no delivery schedule, FOB terms, packaging requirements, or evaluation criteria have been outlined, as this is strictly a market research initiative with no guarantee of future contract award.
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Saint Louis, MO, 63125, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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Sources Sought Notice, Inverted Microscope, St. Louis VAMC Jefferson Barracks. See attached updated Sources Sought Notice for details.
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