Microscopes & Accessories

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking sealed bids to establish a contract for the procurement of microscopes and associated accessories through Invitation for Bids IFB-123913, issued by the DGS Division of Purchases and Supply. This contract will serve all Authorized Users, including state agencies, institutions of higher education, and other public bodies as defined under Virginia Code §§2.2-1110, 2.2-1120, and 2.2-4301, with performance applicable statewide. The solicitation, posted on July 30, 2026, requires responses by August 13, 2026, and is categorized under NAICS code 423460 for medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers. The contract aims to secure reliable, high-quality equipment from qualified suppliers to support scientific, educational, and public service functions across the Commonwealth. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by the stated deadline, and all contracts will be awarded based on responsiveness, compliance, and value. Point of contact for inquiries is Tonya Tucker, reachable via phone at 804-659-7066 or email at tonya.tucker@dgs.virginia.gov. The procurement is structured to ensure equitable access for public entities throughout Virginia, with no specific set-aside designation indicated. Interested suppliers can access detailed bid information and submission guidelines through the official vendor portal at the provided uiLink.