Nikon AXR-NSPARC-ABLATION-FLIM Microscopy System Purchase

The National Institutes of Health Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking to procure a Nikon AXR-NSPARC-ABLATION-FLIM Microscopy System through a combined synopsis solicitation with the number 75N98026Q00812. This procurement is aimed at advancing advanced imaging capabilities for biomedical research, with the equipment intended for use at the agency’s facility in Bethesda, Maryland. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, and responses are due by July 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. The North American Industry Classification System code for this acquisition is 334516, identifying it as a specialized scientific instrument purchase. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible vendors. The solicitation includes three essential attachments: a Combined Synopsis outlining the procurement structure, a Statement of Need detailing the scientific justification and functional requirements for the microscopy system, and Evaluation Criteria that will be used to assess technical proposals, including performance, compliance, and vendor qualifications. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Michael L. Falzone, reachable via email at michael.falzone@nih.gov. All proposals must be submitted through the SAM.gov portal, with performance required at the NIH facility in Bethesda, Maryland. Buyers are expected to meet all technical specifications, delivery timelines, and compliance standards necessary to support high-precision research applications involving ablation and fluorescence lifetime imaging.