Specialized Optical Components Supply

The contract entails the supply of high-numerical-aperture 1.0 N.A. water-dipping objectives and accompanying optical components specifically designed for integration with the Nikon AX R upright microscope system, ensuring optimal imaging performance for high-resolution biological research. These components are critical for advanced fluorescence microscopy applications requiring exceptional light collection and depth penetration, particularly in live-cell and tissue imaging studies. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated under the NAICS code 333318, which corresponds to other commercial and service industry machinery manufacturing, ensuring that only small business concerns are eligible to respond. The opportunity was posted on June 22, 2026, with a strict response deadline of June 24, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, indicating a limited window for submissions. The performance location is identified as Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, aligning with the operations of the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, the contracting agency under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Although no specific point of contact information is provided, the solicitation is accessible via the SAM.gov platform, and all potential vendors must comply with the small business certification requirements and deliver components that meet stringent optical specifications to ensure compatibility and performance with the referenced microscope system.