Specialized Microscopy Objectives and Optics Supply

The contract pertains to the supply of high-precision microscopy objectives, including specialized models such as the 40x/1.4 Oil DIC UV, along with ACR filter rings designed specifically for compatibility with the Zeiss LSM990 system. These optics are critical components for advanced imaging applications and must meet exacting standards for resolution, light transmission, and alignment to ensure reliable performance in high-end fluorescence and differential interference contrast microscopy. The equipment is intended for use in a research setting under the National Institutes of Health, specifically the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, with performance to occur in Bethesda, Maryland, at a zip code of 20892. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332722, indicating it falls within the optical instrument and equipment manufacturing sector. It was posted on July 27, 2026, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026, leaving a narrow window for qualified suppliers to submit proposals. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification, and no point of contact details are provided in the data. All items must be fully compatible with the Zeiss LSM990 platform, and failure to meet technical specifications could result in rejection. Suppliers must ensure compliance with industry quality benchmarks and timely delivery to support ongoing scientific research at the NIH facility.