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This Sources Sought opportunity from Library Of Congress was posted on March 31, 2015. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Zeiss Stemi SV11 Stereomicroscope and Imaging System Upgrade

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LSP20150073Federal

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101 Independence Ave SE, WASHINGTON, DC, 20540, USA

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Draft_SOW_LSP20150073_Stemi_SV11_Imaging_System.pdf

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services
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OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA
Office AddressWashington, DC, 20540, USA
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The Preservation Research and Testing Division (PRTD) of the Library of Congress requires an upgrade of the Zeiss Stemi SV11 Stereomicroscope and Imaging System, including camera, coupler, PC Workstation, monitor, with image acquire and analysis software meeting the requirements listed in the draft Statement of Work. The Library intends to issue the requirement described above as a sole source order to Hitech Instruments. Any firm that wishes to be considered for this requirement must submit a capability statement that demonstrates its ability to meet the work described in the attached draft Statement of Work. This is not an invitation for bid or request for proposal or other solicitation and in no way obligates the Library of Congress to award a contract. The Sources Sought Notice is part of the LOC's's Vendor Communication plan and the sole intent is to obtain capabilities for set-aside and procurement planning purposes. Please provide the following Business information: 1. DUNS Number 2. Company Name 3. Company Address 4. Company Point of Contact, phone number and email address 5. Corporate structure (corporation, LLC, sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability partnership, professional corporation, etc.) 6. Point of Contact, phone number and email address of individuals who can verify the demonstrated capabilities identified in the responses. Capability Statements should be submitted via this FBO post.

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