Microscope Slide Scanner System Supply and Delivery

The USDA Agricultural Research Service's Applied Food Microbiology and Pathogen Detection branch is seeking a commercial microscope slide scanner system with integrated computer and software for use at its laboratory in College Station, Texas. The contract is structured as a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, reserving the opportunity exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516, which covers manufacturing instruments and products for laboratory and industrial measurement, analysis, and inspection. The system must fully comply with the Buy American Act, ensuring all components and materials are sourced and manufactured in the United States. All technical specifications are salient and non-negotiable, requiring the scanner to deliver high-resolution digital imaging of microscope slides with full software support for automated analysis, data management, and integration into existing laboratory workflows. Delivery must be completed to the specified location in College Station, Texas, and all equipment must be operable and fully functional upon receipt. Proposals are due by May 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.