Laboratory Microscopes

SOL #: HT9406-26-Q-E029Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Health Agency (Dha)
DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY
FREDERICK, MD, 21702, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies (6515)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 22, 2026
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Last Updated
Jun 3, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 5, 2026, 10:00 AM

Qualification Details

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 Defense Health Agency (DHA) is soliciting proposals for Laboratory Microscopes and associated accessories for the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. This acquisition is unrestricted. The instrument will be utilized for polarization microscopy only. Offers are due by June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM local Germany time.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the procurement of Laboratory Microscopes and associated accessories, primarily referencing the Olympus BX53 model or equivalent. Key requirements include:

  • Microscope Frame: Olympus BX53 model or equivalent, with specific dimensions, weight, optical system, and focus movement.
  • Illumination: Built-in Koehler illumination with a 14W LED light source.
  • Components: Revolving nosepiece, various observation tubes, ceramic-coated coaxial stage, and multiple types of condensers (e.g., Abbe, Swing out Achromatic).
  • Objectives: A specific set of objectives is required, including Plan Apochromat (2x, 4x, 10x, 20x), Universal Plan Fluorite (60x, 100x), Plan Achromat oil immersion (50x), and others as detailed in the solicitation.
  • Accessories: Power cords, dust covers, binocular ergo tubes, eyepieces, dual specimen holders, ergo-stage handle adapters, analyzers, polarizers, and installation/training services.
  • Special Note: The instrument will be utilized for polarization microscopy only. Phase contrast, dark-field, and fluorescence microscopy capabilities are not required.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
  • NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
  • Size Standard: 1000 employees.
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
  • Delivery: FOB Destination to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany, within 60 calendar days from the date of award.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to hyun.j.townsley.civ@health.mil and sarah.keebaugh.civ@health.mil. Quoters must provide written documentation detailing how their proposed product meets the salient characteristics.
  • Evaluation: Award will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process. Technical acceptability requires meeting all salient characteristics. Price will be evaluated based on adequate competition.

Key Dates

  • Solicitation Issue Date: April 21, 2026.
  • Offer Due Date: June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM local Germany time.

People

Points of Contact

Hyun TownsleyPRIMARY
Sarah KeebaughSECONDARY

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