Digital Microscope System with Advanced Imaging and Measurement Capabilities
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued a Presolicitation for a Digital Microscope System with Advanced Imaging and Measurement Capabilities. This opportunity seeks to acquire advanced imaging instrumentation to support high-resolution visualization, quantitative measurement, and analytical workflows for biomedical and materials research within the NIH Intramural Research Program. The response date is June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government requires a digital microscope system with comprehensive capabilities, including:
- 4K imaging and a magnification range of approximately 5x–6000x without manual lens changes.
- Integrated stage camera, automated focusing, and a motorized XY stage (~300mm x 300mm).
- Multiple lighting modes, built-in 2D/3D measurement, HDR imaging, and real-time autofocus.
- Automated workflow replication, compatibility with analytical tools, and remote analysis capability.
- Minimum of 1TB storage and compatibility with existing laboratory optical components and accessories.
Contractor responsibilities include delivering the complete system, installation and configuration, calibration and validation, and providing necessary training and support. Equipment must meet specifications and pass functional testing upon inspection and acceptance.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Date: June 12, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published Date: June 2, 2026
- Delivery Date: Within 60 days after award
- Place of Performance: Marcial Garmendia, 12 South Dr., Bldg.12A, room 2017, Bethesda, MD 20892
Additional Notes
Contractor must comply with NIH security requirements. Invoices are to be submitted to the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) at https://www.ipp.gov and NHLBIContractsBranchB@mail.nih.gov.
Primary Point of Contact: Roshonna Davis, davisroshonna@mail.nih.gov. For technical inquiries related to the SOW, contact Marcial Garmendia at marcial.garmendia@nih.gov or 301-402-7170.