Mid-Magnification Microscope Objective Supply

The contract entails the supply of a Plan Apo Lambda D 20X dry lens with a numerical aperture of 0.8 and a working distance of 0.8 mm, specifically intended to facilitate lower-magnification, high-throughput fluorescence imaging applications. This optical component is critical for enabling efficient and high-resolution imaging in research environments where speed and coverage area are prioritized without the need for immersion media. The requirement is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 333318, indicating classification within the optical instrument and lens manufacturing sector, and is procured by the National Institutes of Health through the Department of Health and Human Services. The solicitation was posted on June 15, 2026, with a response deadline set for the same day at 1:00 PM, suggesting a rapid evaluation and selection process. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified in the provided information, and no set-aside status is indicated, meaning the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors.