Leica VT1200S Vibrating Blade - Brand name only

Solicitation 36C25226Q0680 is a brand-name-only request for quote issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of one new, non-refurbished Leica VT1200 S Fully Automated Vibrating Blade Microtome System. This equipment is required by the Research Department at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, to support diabetes mellitus research involving the generation of precision-cut liver slices. The procurement includes the microtome configuration, a NEMA5 15 C13 power cord, VT 1200 Silver Service, and Vibrocheck. The contract is set aside for HUBZone Small Businesses, and the award will be granted based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. The successful contractor must deliver the equipment to the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Warehouse within 30 to 45 calendar days after the award under FOB Destination terms, with shipping fees capped at 250 dollars. No onsite installation is required, but the contractor must provide the manufacturer's standard warranty. Quotes are due by September 16, 2026, at 1 PM CDT and must be submitted electronically to the contracting officer. Offerors must comply with Buy American certifications and specific security and access procedures at the delivery site. Payment will be made electronically upon receipt of the equipment.